Yamaha YZF-R1

About Yamaha YZF-R1

The YZF-R1 is a legend of the supersport world, an acclaimed one-litre performer that's become a motorcycling icon, an all-powerful World Superbike race-winning machine that's also a monument to the power of beauty. The R1's performance is electrifying and yet what makes this motorcycle truly remarkable is its superbly rider-friendly character because Yamaha's avant-garde, race-bred technology puts you confidently in control.

Yamaha YZF-R1 Features 

1. Ideal rigidity balance Deltabox frame
2. Adjustable low and high speed compression damping
3. Screwless-type screen large air duct
4. 6-piston radial mounted brake calipers
5. Electronic controlled variable intake funnels system to maximize cylinder filling efficiency
6. Derived from Moto GP technology for smooth, linear throttle
7. Titanium exhaust with EXUP
8. Titanium intake valves

Engine

Engine type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, forward inclined parallel 4-cylinder, 4-valve, DOHC
Displacement	998 cc
Bore & Stroke	77.0 x 53.6 mm
Compression ratio	12.7:1
Maximum power	132.4 kW (180 PS) @ 12,500 rpm* 139.0 kW (189 PS) @ 12,500 rpm**
Maximum torque	112.7 Nm (11.5 kg-m) @ 10,000 rpm* 118.3 Nm (12.1 kg-m) @ 10,000 rpm**
Starting system	Electric
Lubrication	wet sump
Carburettor/Fuel supply	Fuel injection
Clutch type	Wet multiple-disc coil spring
Ignition system	T.C.I
Primary / Secondary reduction ratio	3.042 / 3.000
Transmission type	Constant mesh, 6-speed
Final transmission	Chain

Chassis

Frame type	Aluminium die-cast Deltabox
Front suspension	Telescopic forks, . 43 mm
Front wheel travel	120 mm
Rear suspension	Swingarm
Rear wheel travel	130 mm
Front brake	Dual discs, . 310 mm
Rear brake	Single disc, . 220 mm
Front tyre	120/70 ZR 17 MC (58W)
Rear tyre	190/50 ZR 17 MC (73 W)

Dimensions

Overall length x width x height	2,060 mm x 720 mm x 1,110 mm
Seat height	835 mm
Wheelbase	1,415 mm
Minimum ground clearance	135 mm
Dry weight	177 kg / 131 kg
Fuel tank capacity	18 litres
Oil capacity	3.83 litres