Yamaha FZ1 Fazer ABS vs MV Agusta Brutale 990R (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZ1 Fazer ABSstacks up against the MV Agusta Brutale 990R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZ1 Fazer ABSMV Agusta Brutale 990R
Model year20142011
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower148 hp139 hp
Torque106 Nm106 Nm
Weight190 kg
Seat height32 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L6.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS.Double disc. 4-piston
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc. 4-piston
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17

Yamaha FZ1 Fazer ABS vs MV Agusta Brutale 990R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZ1 Fazer ABS and the MV Agusta Brutale 990R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZ1 Fazer ABS brings 148 hp, while the MV Agusta Brutale 990R counters with 139 hp at 190 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: