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YZF-R1

The crossplane crossover from MotoGP.

Starting price

$18,399

Our rating

★★★★★★★★★★4.7
Yamaha YZF-R1

197 hp

Max power

299 km/h

Top speed

3.0 s

0–100 km/h

201 kg

Kerb weight

The short version

Is the YZF-R1 for you?

Best for trackday riders chasing that R1 crossplane howl.

  • 998 cc crossplane four
  • Six-axis IMU
  • MotoGP-derived electronics
Colours:Team Yamaha BluePerformance Black

Pros

  • Unique crossplane character
  • Sublime front-end feel
  • Track-focused electronics

Cons

  • Aging dash
  • Not sold new in some markets

Full specifications

Engine

Displacement
998 cc
Configuration
Inline-4, crossplane
Max power
197 hp @ 13,500 rpm
Max torque
112 Nm @ 11,500 rpm
Cooling
Liquid-cooled
Gearbox
6-speed, quickshifter

Performance

Top speed
299 km/h
0–100 km/h
3.0 s
Economy / range
16 km/l
Kerb weight
201 kg

Chassis & Brakes

Frame
Aluminium Deltabox
Front suspension
KYB 43 mm USD
Rear suspension
KYB monoshock
Front brake
Dual 320 mm
Rear brake
Single 220 mm
Tyres
Bridgestone Battlax RS11

Dimensions

Seat height
855 mm
Fuel / battery
17 L
Wheelbase
1405 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm

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