Segment: Sport / Super Sport
Production started year: 2012
In 2012, Yamaha released the YZF-R1 motorcycle, which came with a bunch of changes and redesigns, such as the new aggressive headlight cowl designed for a sharper and more modern look, and LED position lights that enhanced the R1's unique styling.
In addition to the cross-plane crank with uneven firing order already owned, the bike took another big step in 2012 with the addition of MotoGP technology, such as the seven-level traction control and revised Electronic Control Unit (ECU) settings that allowed the rider to take out the full performance of the YZF-R1 bike.
Also, the bike received new silencer heat guards with restyled end caps for a more compact look, redesigned footrests for great boot sole contact, and new top triple clamps added to the appearance, reminding of the MotoGP YZR-M1.
In the power department, the 2012 Yamaha YZF-R1 featured an ultra-lightweight and compact engine with key components such as the cross-plane crankshaft and an uneven firing order that were also present on the Yamaha's Championship-winning M1 MotoGP racer.
With a 998cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, the Yamaha YZF-R1 delivered an output power of 182 hp at 12,500 rpm and 116 Nm (86 lb-ft) of torque at 10,000 rpm and the number one goal for the bike was more controllability rather than a horsepower increase.
With a dry weight of 177 kg (389 lbs) and set in motion by a six-speed manual transmission with a cable-operated multi-plate wet slipper clutch, the bike reached a top speed of 281 kph (175 mph).
engine specs | Type: | Liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC 16 valves (titanium intake valves) | Displacement: | 998 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 3.1x2.1 in OR 79 mm | Compression Ratio: | 12.7:1 | Horsepower: | 182/12500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 86/10000 lb-ft/RPM OR 117/10000 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 6-Speed | Clutch: | Multiplate slipper clutch | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | 530 O-ring chain |
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chassis specs | Frame: | Aluminium Deltabox | Front Suspension: | 43mm inverted fork; fully adjustable, 4.7-in travel | Rear Suspension: | Single shock w/piggyback reservoir; 4-way adjustable, 4.7-in travel | Front Brake: | Dual 310mm disc; radial-mount forged 6-piston calipers | Rear Brake: | 220mm disc; single-piston caliper |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | 81.5 in OR 2070 mm | Overall Width: | 28.1 in OR 714 mm | Seat Height: | 32.8 in OR 833 mm | Wheelbase: | 55.7 in OR 1415 mm | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 454 lbs OR 206 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 4.8 gallons OR 18.2 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 120/70ZR17 | Rear: | 190/55ZR17 |
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power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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