Yamaha R1
Engine:
- Compact,
ultra-lightweight 998cc, DOHC, 20-valve, liquid-cooled in-line four-cylinder
engine.
Specially designed,
one-piece cylinder and crankcase assembly provides tremendous engine rigidity
that's lighter and stiffer than two-piece designs.
Engine is a fully
stressed chassis member to allow for a super-light frame design and
outstanding handling.
Compact slant-block
engine design uses stacked gearbox shafts to create a low center of gravity
and balanced front/rear weight distribution.
Special 3-axis gearbox
design stacks input/output shafts to keep overall engine size to 600cc-spec
dimensions.
Lightweight forged
pistons feature carburized connecting rods for superb strength and reduced
reciprocating mass.
Four 40mm big-bore Mikuni
CV downdraft carburetors provide precise fuel/air mixture across the rev range
for superb low- to top-end power delivery.
Throttle position sensor
(TPS) monitors throttle position, adjusting ignition timing to ensure maximum
muscle across the entire powerband.
Yamaha's patented Exhaust
Ultimate Powervalve (EXUP) monitors engine rpm and adjusts exhaust flow for
maximum acceleration.
4-into-2-into-1 exhaust
features super-lightweight titanium muffler.
Specially designed
camshaft lubrication system reduces tappet clearances and valve train
mechanical noise.
Patented electroplated
cylinder bores ensure greater heat dissipation for consistent power delivery
and reduced frictional power loss.
Magnesium pickup coil and
shift shaft covers reduce weight for better acceleration and handling.
Close-ratio 6-speed
transmission delivers seamless power transfer between gears for maximum
acceleration.
Compact, large-capacity
clutch ensures consistent, positive engagement.
Smooth-shifting hollow
chromoly shift shaft delivers superior shift feel and helps reduce weight.
Chassis/Suspension:
- Dry weight an
incredible 385 pounds.
- Deltabox II aluminum
chassis designed with 600cc-spec 54.9" wheelbase and 56º° maximum
lean angle for industry-leading handling.
- Extra-long
(22.9"), truss-type swingarm features forward-mounted pivot point for
superb handling.
- Fully adjustable
(preload, compression and rebound damping) 41mm inverted telescopic front
fork with 5.3" of travel offers race-bred suspension performance.
- Fully adjustable
(preload, compression and rebound damping) 40mm piggyback rear shock with
5.1" of travel delivers exceptional rear wheel tracking and
super-precise handling performance.
- Dual 298mm front disc
rotors with one-piece 4-piston calipers and 245mm rear disc rotor with
dual-piston caliper provide outstanding stopping power.
- Cast-aluminum 3-spoke
wheels wear competition-spec 120/70-ZR17 front and 190-50-ZR17 rear Dunlop
D207 radials for incredible grip.
- Adjustable, 5-position
front brake lever.
- Forged footpegs are
extra durable and reduce weight.
- Extensive use of hollow
bolts and lightweight fasteners help trim overall weight.
- Durable #530
O-ring-sealed drive chain.
Additional
Features:
- Specially designed
fairing, headlight profile, fuel tank, tailsection and body cowling reduce
aerodynamic drag for greater acceleration and increased top speed.
- 4.75-gallon fuel tank
features a low top profile, gently sloping rear section and deep side
cutouts to create a super-aggressive riding position.
- Multi-function digital
and analog instrumentation with LED illumination features: digital
speedometer, analog tachometer, dual tripmeters with odometer,
upward-counting fuel reserve meter, water temp gauge and lights for neutral,
high beam, low fuel and turn signals.
- Trick, race-spec
step-motor tachometer is wafer-thin to reduce weight.
- Dual 60/55-watt
multi-reflector headlight features a sleek, cat-eye profile for superb
aerodynamics and visibility.
- Dual-bulb taillight
design reduces both weight and size while providing excellent visibility.
- Anti-theft wiring
harness provides easy-access terminals to simplify alarm installation.
- Standard toolkit
located in convenient storage compartment under passenger seat.