| Attribute | Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace 1997 × | Honda VTR 1000 F 1998 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1997 | 1998 |
| Make | Yamaha | Honda |
| Model | Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace | Honda VTR 1000 F |
| Category | Sport touring | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | V2, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 5 | 4 |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1,002 | 996 |
| Power (kw) | 105.8 | 80.3 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Torque (Nm) | 110 | 96 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Dual disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 198 | 192 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.5343 | 0.4182 |
| Seat height (mm) | 795 | 810 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 275 | 255 |