Yamaha R1-2008 (new features)

YZF-R1 - State-of-the art race technology

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.


Features -

-State-of-the art race technology
-180 PS @ 12.500 rpm
-Yamaha Chip Controlled – Throttle & Intake
-6-pot front callipers with 310mm discs
-Slipper clutch



Engine -
Engine type Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve, forward inclined, parallel 4-cylinder
Displacement 998 cc
Bore x stroke 77.0 x 53.6 mm
Compression ratio 12.7:1
Maximum power without induction : 132.4 kW (180 PS) @ 12,500 rpm / with induction : 139.0 kW (189 PS) @ 12,500 rpm
Maximum torque without induction : 112.7 Nm (11.5 kg-m) @ 10,000 rpm / with induction : 118.3 Nm (12.1 kg-m) @ 10,000 rpm
Lubrication system Wet sump
Fuel System Fuel injection
Clutch type Wet, multiple-disc coil spring
Ignition system TCI
Starter system Electric
Transmission system Constant mesh, 6-speed
Final transmission Chain
Fuel tank capacity 18 L (3.4 L)
Oil tank capacity 3.83 L


Chassis -
Chassis: Aluminium die-cast Deltabox
Front suspension system Telescopic forks, Ø 43 mm
Front travel 120 mm
Rear suspension system Swingarm
Rear travel 130 mm
Front brake Dual discs, Ø 310 mm
Rear brake Single disc, Ø 220 mm
Front tyre 120/70 ZR17MC (58W)
Rear tyre 190/50 ZR17MC (73W)


Dimensions -
Length 2,060 mm
Width 720 mm
Height 1,110 mm
Seat height 835 mm
Wheel base 1,415 mm
Minimum ground clearance 135 mm
Dry weight 177 kg