YAMAHA YZF-R1
OVERVIEW
YZF-R1 - State-of-the art race technology
Yamaha R1 represents a paradigm shift in technology, performance and controllability among litre class sport bikes. The R1 has been designed to be the “Ultimate Cornering Master 1000” of the open super sport class. Inspired by Yamaha’s M1 MotoGP race bike, this latest generation 998cc R1 features a crossplane crankshaft design with an uneven firing order to provide outstanding yet easy to control torque and an exceptionally linear throttle feel never experienced before. But there is far more to R1 than just a revolutionary engine.
Crossplane crankshaft technology proven in victory after victory on MotoGP® machines provides a high-tech uneven firing interval. Unlike typical inline-four engine design, where the two outer and two inner pistons move together in pairs with 180° intervals, the crossplane crankshaft has each connecting rod 90° with a unique firing order of 270° – 180° – 90° – 180°. This overcomes the inherent fluctuations in inertial torque during each engine revolution, and the accompanying peaky torque characteristics. Instead, combustion torque continues to build, giving the rider more linear throttle response with awesome power and traction out of the corners.
This R1 keeps all the technological superiorities developed for its predecessor: YCC-T™ (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle) is MotoGP® inspired fly-by-wire technology used to deliver instant throttle response. YCC-I® is Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake which is a variable intake system that broadens the spread of power. The fuel injection system provides optimum air/fuel mixtures for maximum power and smooth throttle response.
The R1 features Yamaha D-MODE (or drive mode) with rider-selectable throttle control maps to program YCC-T performance characteristics for riding conditions.
Yamaha believes that developing motorcycles is both a technological and an artistic endeavor. It pursues a level of performance that transcends mere specifications. The goal is to produce technologically superior motorcycles that should have a deep and intangible emotional appeal. It is what defines the company and this is what we call the “Art of Engineering".
YZF-R1 - State-of-the art race technology
Yamaha R1 represents a paradigm shift in technology, performance and controllability among litre class sport bikes. The R1 has been designed to be the “Ultimate Cornering Master 1000” of the open super sport class. Inspired by Yamaha’s M1 MotoGP race bike, this latest generation 998cc R1 features a crossplane crankshaft design with an uneven firing order to provide outstanding yet easy to control torque and an exceptionally linear throttle feel never experienced before. But there is far more to R1 than just a revolutionary engine.
Crossplane crankshaft technology proven in victory after victory on MotoGP® machines provides a high-tech uneven firing interval. Unlike typical inline-four engine design, where the two outer and two inner pistons move together in pairs with 180° intervals, the crossplane crankshaft has each connecting rod 90° with a unique firing order of 270° – 180° – 90° – 180°. This overcomes the inherent fluctuations in inertial torque during each engine revolution, and the accompanying peaky torque characteristics. Instead, combustion torque continues to build, giving the rider more linear throttle response with awesome power and traction out of the corners.
This R1 keeps all the technological superiorities developed for its predecessor: YCC-T™ (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle) is MotoGP® inspired fly-by-wire technology used to deliver instant throttle response. YCC-I® is Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake which is a variable intake system that broadens the spread of power. The fuel injection system provides optimum air/fuel mixtures for maximum power and smooth throttle response.
The R1 features Yamaha D-MODE (or drive mode) with rider-selectable throttle control maps to program YCC-T performance characteristics for riding conditions.
Yamaha believes that developing motorcycles is both a technological and an artistic endeavor. It pursues a level of performance that transcends mere specifications. The goal is to produce technologically superior motorcycles that should have a deep and intangible emotional appeal. It is what defines the company and this is what we call the “Art of Engineering".
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
ENGINE Engine type : Liquid cooled 4-stroke DOHC, 4-valve Displacement : 998 cc Bore X Stroke : 78.0 x 52.2 mm Compression ratio : 12.7:1 Maximum output : 182.1PS / 12,500 rpm Maximum torque : 115.5NM / 10,000 rpm Starting system : Electric Lubrication : wet sump Clutch type : Wet multiple-disc Ignition system : T.C.I Primary reduction ratio : 65/43 (1.512) Secondary reduction ratio : 47/17 (2.765) Secondary reduction system : Chain drive Transmission type : Constant mesh, 6-speed Final transmission : Chain Maximum Speed (crouched) : 285km/h Minimum turning radius : 3500 mm Cylinder layout : In-line 4-cylinder Radiator capacity(including all routes) : 2.773 L Air filter type : Paper Spark plug model : CR9EK Battery voltage/capacity : 12V, 8.6AH(10H) Gear ratio : 1st gear=38/15 2.533, 2nd gear=33/16 2.063, 3rd gear=37/21 1.762, 4th gear=35/23 1.522, 5th gear=30/22 1.364, 6th gear=33/26 1.269 Headlight bulb type : Halogen bulb Headlight : 3312V, 55W ×2 Auxiliary light : 12V, W5W ×2 Brake/tail light : LED Turn signal light(Front) : 12V, 10.0 W ×2 Turn signal light(Rear) : 12V, 10.0 W ×2 Speedometer : LCD Digital Tachometer : Analog Odometer : LCD Digital Trip meter : LCD Digital Water temperature meter : LCD Digital Clock : LCD Digital Shock absorber assembly type(Front) : Coil spring/oil damper Shock absorber assembly type(Rear) : Coil spring/gas-oil damper CHASSIS Frame type : Diamond Front suspension : Telescopic fork wheel travel (front/rear) : 120/120 mm Rear suspension : Swingarm Brake type (front/rear) : 310 /220 mm Tyre Size front : 120/70ZR17M/C(58W) Tyre Size rear : 190/55ZR17M/C(75W) DIMENSIONS Length : 2,070mm Width : 715mm Height : 1,130mm Seat height : 835mm Wheelbase : 1,415mm Minimum ground clearance : 135mm Kerb weight : 206 kg Dry weight (with oil and fuel) : 206 kg Fuel tank volume : 18 litres Engine oil volume : 3.7 litres |
SPECIAL FEATURES
Instrumentation : The newly designed instrumentation includes everything a rider wants to know, including gear postion. Headlights : The new R1 has only two projector-type bulbs mounted closer to the nose of the bike. Front forks : Suspension inludes first SOQI front forks which use one of the tricks developed for our winning MotoGP bikes YCC-I : (Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake) is a variable intake system that broadens the spread of power. The fuel injection system provides optimum air/fuel mixtures for maximum power and smooth throttle response. YCC-T : (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle) is a MotoGP inspired technology used to deliver instant electronic throttle response. Aluminum pistons : This engine features new forged aluminium pistons to make maximum advantage of the power charateristics. Con rods : The YZF-R1 is equipped with fracture-split(FS) carburized con rods. Crossplane cranksaft : The Crossplane crankshaft produces an uneven firing interval of 270°-180°-90°-180°. Slipper type clutch : Slipper-type back torque-limiting clutch greatly facilitates braking/downshifting from high speed. Aluminum frame : Aluminium frame has been designed to offer exceptional rigidity balance. Adjustable footrest : Adjustable footrests, with a 15mm height up/down adjustment Rear frame : The rear frame is now lightweight CF diecast magnesium, contributing the optimum mass centralization Rear tyre : 190/55-17 rear tyre for best traction feeling PRICE Price Range : Rs. 15 - 15.50 lakhs TOP SPEED Top Speed : 226kmph FUEL EFFICIENCY Mileage : 12 - 14 kmpl AVAILABLE COLOUR GALLERY
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