| Engine | Yamaha Vmax | Suzuki GSX-R1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1679 cc | 999 cc |
| Max power | 170 hp | 182 hp (@12 000 RPM) |
| Max torque | 99 lb ft | 85 lb ft (@10 000 RPM) |
| Redline | 9 500 RPM | 13 750 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 200 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | SOHC V4 | DOHC Inline-4 |
| Compression | 11.30:1 | 12.90:1 |
| Oil capacity | 3.31 quart | |
| Spark plug type | NGK CR9EIA-9, DENSO IU27D | |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 16 | |
| Bore | 90.0 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Stroke | 66.0 mm | 57.3 mm |
| Weight to power | 4.03 lbs/hp | 2.46 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 619 hp/2500lbs | 1016 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12V 10Ah |
| Gearbox | Yamaha Vmax | Suzuki GSX-R1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Slipper | Wet |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | DID50VAZ, 114 links | |
| Gears count | 0 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 1.617 | |
| Final drive | 2.47 | |
| 1. gear | 2.562 (97 mph) | |
| 2. gear | 2.052 (122 mph) | |
| 3. gear | 1.714 (146 mph) | |
| 4. gear | 1.5 (167 mph) | |
| 5. gear | 1.36 (184 mph) | |
| 6. gear | 1.269 (197 mph) |
| Chasis | Yamaha Vmax | Suzuki GSX-R1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Aluminum die cast frame | |
| Front susp. | YHSJ 52mm fork, 4.72 in travel | 43mm Showa USD |
| Rear susp. | YHSJ shock, 4.33 in travel | Shock absorber |