Yamaha YZF-R1. We R1
Packed with YZR-M1 MotoGP technology, a crossplane engine, short wheelbase chassis and high-tech electronics, the YZF-R1 is ready to connect to your body and take your riding to a new level.
Developed using YZR-M1 MotoGP technology, this bike was born for the track. 200 hp, 199 kg and a 1405 mm wheelbase give an insight into its capabilities. But it's what you can't see that makes it so special.
The Inertial Measurement Unit constantly senses chassis motion in 3D, creating controllability over traction, slides, front wheel lift, braking and launches. And its updated Quickshift System (QSS) offers clutchless downshifting as well as upshifting. Yamaha YZF-R1. We R1.
Explore this vehicle in more detail with our handy video guide. We’ll talk you through its main features, show you some of the highlights of the bike and explain why it could be the right fit for you.
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For optimal intake efficiency a YZR-M1 type central air inlet feeds a large capacity 10.5 litre airbox. Fresh air is force fed into the electronically activated Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake (YCC-I) funnels that adjust their length to match engine rpm fo
For peak power and strong linear torque, the crossplane engine is equipped with a lightweight 4-2-1 exhaust system. A servomotor controlled exhaust valve adjusts gas flow for enhanced response and stronger engine output, while the compact mid ship muffler
With its central forced air intake, high screen and low headlight position, the YZF-R1's aerodynamic front cowl has an unmistakable YZR-M1 race bike silhouette. Compact LED headlights on either side of the air intake emphasise the race-ready look, while
The YZF-R1's dual 320 mm front discs and monoblock calipers - as well as the 220 mm rear disc - are equipped with a sophisticated banking sensitive ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) as well as Yamaha's Unified Brake System that enables the rider to achieve h
TYPE
4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder, 4-valves
DISPLACEMENT
998cc
BORE X STROKE
79.0 mm x 50.9 mm
COMPRESSION RATION
13.0:1
RATED OUTPUT
147.1 kW (200.0PS) @ 13,500 rpm
MAX. TORQUE
112.4 Nm (11.5 kg-m) @ 11,500 rpm
LUBRICATION
Wet Sump
FUEL SUPPLY
Electronic Fuel Injection
EXHAUST SYSTEM
Euro 4 Compliant
CERTIFICATION
Euro 4
CLUTCH
Wet, Multiple Disc
GEARBOX
Constant Mesh, 6-speed
FINAL DRIVE
Chain
IGNITION
TCI
COOLING SYSTEM
Liquid Cooled
BATTERY
12V
SPARK PLUG
N/A
STARTING
Electronic
FRAME
Diamond
FRONT SUSPENSION
Telescopic Forks
FRONT BRAKE
Twin Disc
REAR SUSPENSION
Swingarm
REAR BRAKE
Disc
FRONT RIM TYPE
Cast
FRONT RIM DIMENSION
17 in
REAR RIM TYPE
Cast
REAR RIM DIMENSION
17 in
FRONT TYRE
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
REAR TYRE
190/55 ZR17M/C (75W)
HEADLIGHT LAMP
N/A
TAILLIGHT LAMP
N/A
DIMENSIONS
2055mm x 690mm x 1150mm
GROUND CLEARANCE
130mm
UNLADEN WEIGHT
200kg
TRAIL
102mm
USABABLE TANK VOLUME
17 Ltr
RESERVE
N/A
WHEELBASE
1405mm
SEAT HEIGHT
855mm
STEERING ANGLE
24 degrees
RRP includes, number plate, pre-delivery inspection, petrol and VAT at 20% excludes Government fees for first registration and road fund license
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