R1 or R6 ?

Question

Whats your pick?

Answer 1

R6, off course

The Yamaha YZF-R1 motorcycle, first built in 1998, helped initiate the litre class "handling arms race" between the Japanese Big Four motorcycle manufacturers (Honda, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Suzuki and Yamaha Motor Corporation). When it was first introduced it was considered a groundbreaking design; a 1000 cc engine in a frame the size of a 600 cc bike. It was on par with the power output ratings of its competition but it was unique with its unprecedented agility. The key in the R1's success was the redesigned Genesis engine. In traditional inline-4 motorcycle engines the crankshaft, gearbox input and output shafts were parallel in a flat plane; in the R1 the shafts formed a triangle. This made the engine very short, allowing the Wheelbase to be shortened greatly, which in turn led to the exceptional handling. This bike has a compression ratio of 12.4:1.The Yamaha R1 has a transmission of 6-speed w/multi-plate clutch.

The R1 was dominant for five years before the competition could catch up to its level. In 2003 the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 and in 2004 the Kawasaki ZX-10R have successfully challenged the R1. The 2004 R1 produces 172 hp at the crankshaft and also weighs the same in kilograms, giving it a theoretical 1:1 power-to-weight ratio, however the horsepower that is released at the rear wheel is closer to 150hp (or more, under properly tuned and optimal conditions). The R1 is able to do 107 mph in first gear. In 2006 the Yamaha R1 expanded its output to 175 hp in addition to a 20 mm longer swingarm. The 2006 model year for the R1 is groundbreaking with the release of the Limited Edition model. At the MSRP of $18,000 and only 500 units made for the United States makes ownership very limited, marking the 50th Anniversary year for Yamaha.

An ingenious fuel injection system was introduced for the 2002 year, this worked similar to a carburettor by employing a CV carburettor slide controlled by vacuum created by the engine. The decision was also made that they would stick with a similar power output to the current bike, but also to make it rev higher, faster and for longer. They wanted to beef it up in the mid-range and make the new fuel injection system as smooth and fault-free as the previous Mikuni carburettors.

So the firm took what was already one of the strongest motors around and added a twin EXUP system, new cylinder head, valves, crank and exhaust system



Yamaha's YZF-R6 is a 600 cc sport bike, first introduced in 1999, updated in 2001, 2003, 2006 and revised in the years in between. The current version (model year 2006) has a 161 kg (357 lb) dry weight, which delivers 133 hp (97.8 kW). The R6 is usually considered visually appealing and has been described as looking like "a sinister cross between Samurai armor and 21-century motorcycle tech".

Answer 2

I sure wouldnt pick either. Both have extremely short lifespans and difficult maintanence. I had an r6 and traded it to get a buell.
I just dont feel like dealing with valve checks and overhauls every other month. Thats gay.

I ended up getting the buell after I saw a biker get decapitated while riding his r6. he couldnt see down a diaginal intercection and got canned by a jeep.
The next day I went to try and get rid of the bike but ended up getting a buell lightning because of its riding posture. Much better, and I can look all around safely.
Its also got 100hp, and its a pretty light bike, so its still a screamer.

Answer 3

I ride the R6 on the track and the R1 on the street

Answer 4

I'd say it depends on your body type (and skills to some degree) if you're about 150 lbs or in that range the R-6 is perfect. Nearer or above 200 lbs the power and wheel base of the R-1 makes a difference. I am 188 lbs 5'11" and won't own a ride unless I have the torque that a larger engine ( my rule above 1,100 CC's) delivers. The R-6 Yami has a red line at about 15,000 RPM's (I believe...) so for my riding needs the hi revs I'd require to move around is a problem.

Answer 5

Non.
If you want a real bike you buy Honda or Suzuki.
R1 and R6 are bikes for people who ride them from one club to another.They don't ride they pose.

Answer 6

R6

600s are much more nimbler than 1000s. Yea you give up that extra power but 600s will still get you into trouble just as quick.

Answer 7

R1

Answer 8

ZX14

Answer 9

Wats this??