| Engine | Honda CBR 600RR | Yamaha R7 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine code | CP2 | |
| Displacement | 599 cc | 689 cc |
| Max power | 118 hp (@13 500 RPM) | 73 hp (@8 750 RPM) |
| Max torque | 48 lb ft (@11 250 RPM) | 49 lb ft (@6 500 RPM) |
| Redline | 15 000 RPM | 10 000 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 400 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-4 | DOHC Inline-2 |
| Compression | 12.20:1 | 11.50:1 |
| Oil capacity | 2.56 quart | 2.18 quart |
| Oil type | 10W30 | 10W40, 10W50 |
| Spark plug type | NGK IMR9C-9HES, DENSO VUH27D | NGK LMAR8A-9 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 16 | 8 |
| Bore | 67.0 mm | 80.0 mm |
| Stroke | 42.5 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Throttle bore | 40.0 mm | |
| Weight to power | 3.48 lbs/hp | 5.68 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 719 hp/2500lbs | 440 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12V 8.6Ah | YTZ7S 12V 6Ah |
| Gearbox | Honda CBR 600RR | Yamaha R7 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Slipper |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | DID525HV, RK525ROZ6 | |
| Gears count | 6 | 0 |
| Primary ratio | 2.111 | |
| Final drive | 2.625 | |
| 1. gear | 2.75 (73 mph) | 2.846 |
| 2. gear | 2.0 (100 mph) | 2.125 |
| 3. gear | 1.667 (120 mph) | 1.632 |
| 4. gear | 1.444 (138 mph) | 1.3 |
| 5. gear | 1.304 (153 mph) | 1.091 |
| 6. gear | 1.208 (165 mph) | 0.964 |
| Chasis | Honda CBR 600RR | Yamaha R7 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Twin spar cast aluminium frame | Diamond steel frame |
| Front susp. | 41mm HMAS USD, 4.72 in travel | KYB 41mm USD, 5.12 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Unit Pro-Link, 5.08 in travel | Monoshock, 5.12 in travel |