Yamaha group of motors unleashes the most voguish and contemporary motorbike that is only the fantasy of any bike lover. It possesses the most outstanding looks and charms that can attract any passer by quite promptly. Besides giving it an stylish look, the makers have maintained a balance between design and performance.

It is packed with excellent features like powerful engine that can deliver the power as much as rider wants. It has been modified in a better way in all aspects from its earlier models. It consists of frame, rear suspension, slipper clutch, and Yamaha chip controlled intake (YCC-I) and many more.

Striking Features of Yamaha YZF R1

• Short stroke 998cc DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine.
• The throttle system is supported by fly by wire Yamaha Chip Control Throttle (YCC-T)       for immediate response in all terrains.
• Slipper-type clutch system for ease of shifting gears and braking.
• Advanced open-class handling.
• Very powerful inline four-cylinder engine..
• Redesigned headlights with LED taillight gives YZF R1 a distinctive look.
• Multi Function digital console.
• Cool headlights gives great illumination and distinctive style.
• Standard tool kit stored under passenger seat.

Yamaha YZF R1 has a jaw dropping price tag of Rs.11.00-11.50 Lacs.

Technical Specifications of 2006 edition of Yamaha YZF R1

Dimensions & Weight

• Length (mm)     2059
• Width (mm)     719
• Height (mm)     1110
• Wheelbase (mm)     1415

Engine

• Model Designation     998cc, liquid-cooled, 16-valve, DOHC, inline four-cylinder Carburetion

• Transmission     6-speed w/multi-plate slipper clutch
• Ignition     TCI

Suspension

• Front     43mm inverted telescopic fork w/adjustable preload, compression damping, rebound damping; 4.7″ travel

• Rear     Single shock w/piggyback reservoir; adjustable for hi-/lo-speed compression damping, rebound damping, spring preload

Brakes

• Front     Dual 310mm discs; radial-mount forged 6-piston calipers
• Rear     220mm disc w/single-piston caliper

Tyres

• Front     120/70-ZR17
• Rear     190/50-ZR17
• Fuel Tank     20 Lts