Side-by-Side Comparison

KTM 450 SMR vs Yamaha YZF R1M

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Belgium.

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Key Specifications

KTM 450 SMRSpecYamaha YZF R1M

€12,890Price€50,000

449Engine (cc)998

84Power (hp)264

55Torque (Nm)112

20.0Mileage (km/l)15.0

108Weight (kg)201

7Fuel Tank (L)17

9.6Rating9.5

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Basic Information

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, SOHCEngine TypeInline 4-cylinder, DOHC, 4-valves per cylinder

ManualTransmission Type6-speed

Wet, multi-disc, Suter slipperClutch TypeWet multi-plate

ChainDrive TypeChain

KTMBrandYamaha

450 SMRModelYZF R1M

KTM 450 SMRBike NameYamaha YZF R1M

2024Model Year2023

SupermotoCategory/TypeSportbike

AustriaCountry of OriginJapan

AustriaAssembly LocationJapan

Not officially availableStatusNot Available

OrangeColors AvailableCarbon Black/Silver

Lead-acidBattery TypeMF

Single (race)Seat TypeSingle-piece racing seat

Tapered AluminumHandle TypeClip-on

Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steelFrame TypeAluminum Deltabox

AluminumSwingarm TypeAluminum Bilateral

Engine & Performance

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

449.9Displacement (cc)998

63 HPMaximum Power200 HP @ 13,500 rpm

63Peak Power197.2

1Number of Cylinders4

SOHCValve ConfigurationDOHC

4Valves Per Cylinder4

95 mmBore79 mm

63.4 mmStroke50.9 mm

95 x 63.4 mmBore x Stroke79 x 50.9 mm

12.75:1Compression Ratio13.0:1

Liquid cooledCooling SystemLiquid-cooled

Keihin EFI, 44 mm throttle bodyFuel Supply SystemFuel Injection

Keihin EMSIgnition SystemTCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)

Single-cylinderEngine LayoutTransverse

10W-50Engine Oil GradeSAE 10W-40

10000Valve Adjustment Interval20000

Electric starterStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

0.58Power-to-Weight Ratio0.99

Euro 5Emission StandardEuro 5

YesPower Mode IndicatorYes

—Maximum Torque112.4 Nm @ 11,500 rpm

Fuel & Mileage

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

1.2 lEngine Oil Capacity3.9

7.2 lFuel Tank Capacity17 L

20Mileage City—

28Mileage Highway—

130Load Capacity180

122.0Battery Capacity12.0

~180 kmRange255 km (est.)

NoRange IndicatorYes

NoLow Fuel WarningYes

—Average Mileage15.0

Performance & Speed

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

180Top SpeedApprox. 299 km/h

~2.0 secAcceleration (0-60)~1.5 seconds (est.)

~3.5 secAcceleration (0-100)Approx. 3 s

YesQuick ShifterUpshift & Downshift

YesLaunch ControlYes

YesTraction ControlYes, multiple modes

Transmission & Drive

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

5Number of Gears6

1-N-2-3-4-5Gear Pattern1-N-2-3-4-5-6

5-speedGear Ratios6-speed

31:76Primary DriveGear

14:45Final DriveChain

520, Non-sealed chainDrive Chain/Belt TypeO-ring chain

15000Chain/Belt Life20000

Dimensions & Weight

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

950Overall Height1,145 mm

1472 mmWheelbase1,405 mm

281 mmGround Clearance135 mm

898 mmSeat Height855 mm

108 kgKerb Weight201 kg

~1.5 kgBattery Weight2 kg (est.)

—Overall Length2,055 mm

—Overall Width705 mm

—Step-up Seat Height855 mm

—Gross Weight200

Brakes & Safety

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

Single disc, Brembo 4-piston radial fixed caliperFront Brake TypeDual 320 mm disc with radial-mount 4-piston calipers

Single disc, Brembo 1-piston floating caliperRear Brake Type220 mm disc, single-piston caliper

310 mmFront Brake Size320 mm

220 mmRear Brake Size220 mm

15000Brake Pad Life10000

~36 m (100-0 km/h)Braking Distance37 m (100-0 km/h, est.)

NoAnti-Theft SystemNo

YesHandle LockYes

YesSteering LockYes

—ABS TypeUnified Braking System with ABS

—Central LockNo

—Remote LockNo

Suspension & Handling

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mmFront Suspension TypeElectronic Racing Suspension (ERS) fully adjustable

WP XACT Monoshock with linkageRear Suspension TypeElectronic Racing Suspension (ERS) fully adjustable

285 mmFront Suspension Travel120 mm

266 mmRear Suspension Travel120 mm

Compression, Rebound, PreloadAdjustable ControlsYes

Wheels & Tires

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

125/60-16.5Front Tyre Size120/70 ZR17

165/65-17Rear Tyre Size190/55 ZR17

16.5-inchFront Wheel Size17

17-inchRear Wheel Size17

Slicks / RadialTyre TypeRadial

MetzelerTyre BrandBridgestone

8000Tyre Life8000

Spoked wheelsWheel TypeAlloy

AluminiumWheel MaterialAlloy

Electrical & Battery

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

12.0Battery Voltage12.0

12V, 2AhBattery Rating12V, 8.6Ah

23Battery Life2

1 year (aftermarket)Battery Warranty1 year (est.)

YesBattery RemovableNo

4000Battery Replacement Cost800012000

NoBattery Health Check—

NoBattery Life Indicator—

—USB ChargingNo

Lighting & Display

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

YesError Code DisplayYes

N/A (track only)Headlight TypeLED

NoDRLYes

NoHazard LightYes

DigitalDisplay TypeFull-color TFT

DigitalSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

DigitalTachometer TypeDigital

DigitalClockYes

NoSide Stand IndicatorYes

—Tail Light TypeLED

—Turn Signal TypeLED

—Fuel Gauge TypeDigital

—Pass Light SwitchYes

Technology & Features

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

DigitalTrip MeterYes

2 throttle maps, TC, LaunchRiding ModesYes

Side StandParking ModeNo

—Mobile ConnectivityNo

—Bluetooth FeaturesNo

—NavigationNo

Comfort & Ergonomics

KTM 450 SMRAttributeYamaha YZF R1M

MinimalWind ProtectionYes

NoPillion SeatYes

NoPillion FootrestYes

NoPillion Grab RailsNo

StandardFootpeg PositionRear-set

NoStorage CompartmentsNo

NoUnder Seat StorageNo

KTM 450 SMR vs Yamaha YZF R1M: Which one should you buy in Belgium?

The KTM 450 SMR and Yamaha YZF R1M are two popular motorcycles in Belgium. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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