Yamaha FZR 1000 vs Bimota YB6 EXUP (1995)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZR 1000stacks up against the Bimota YB6 EXUP. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZR 1000Bimota YB6 EXUP
Model year19951989
Price
Engine1003 cc1003 cc
Horsepower145 hp150 hp
Torque107 Nm
Weight214 kg186 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc. brembo 2 piston calipers, floating discs
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires180/55-17

Yamaha FZR 1000 vs Bimota YB6 EXUP — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZR 1000 and the Bimota YB6 EXUP usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZR 1000 brings 145 hp in a 214 kg package, while the Bimota YB6 EXUP counters with 150 hp at 186 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: