Yamaha YZF R1 vs Bimota Tera (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha YZF R1stacks up against the Bimota Tera. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Yamaha YZF R1 | Bimota Tera |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Price | $19,199 | — |
| Engine | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 228 hp |
| Torque | — | 127 Nm |
| Weight | 203 kg | 207 kg |
| Seat height | 856 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17.0 L | 5.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Manual, 6 speed, Chain | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Dual Hydraulic Disc | Double disc. ABS. Brembo Stylema opposed 4-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Hydraulic Disc | Single disc. KIBS ABS |
| Tires | Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11F 120/70 ZR17 / Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11R 190/55 ZR17 | 120/70-R17 / 190/55-ZR17 |
Yamaha YZF R1 vs Bimota Tera — which should you buy?
Picking between the Yamaha YZF R1 and the Bimota Tera usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha YZF R1 brings its published horsepower in a 203 kg package, while the Bimota Tera counters with 228 hp at 207 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: