| Attribute | Yamaha YZF-R1 2001 × | Honda VTR 1000 SP-1 2001 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2001 | 2001 |
| Make | Yamaha | Honda |
| Model | Yamaha YZF-R1 | Honda VTR 1000 SP-1 |
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | V2, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Injection |
| Displacement (cm³) | 998 | 999 |
| Power (kw) | 109.5 | 96.4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | - |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Torque (Nm) | 108 | 102 |
| Bore (mm) | 74 | 100 |
| Stroke (mm) | 58 | 63.6 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Dual disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Diameter (mm) | 245 | 220 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 190/50-ZR17 | 190/50-ZR17 |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 135 | 130 |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 130 | 120 |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,395 | 1,410 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 175 | 199 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.6257 | 0.4844 |
| Seat height (mm) | 820 | 813 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 270 | 269 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 18 | 18 |