What was the last year of the Yamaha R1?
The 2002 version was a new model which featured fuel injection, angular styling and a new chassis. This model lasted just two years before being superceded in 2004 by a new version with underseat pipes, a new chassis, braced swingarm and more power.
Is the Yamaha R1 a midrange bike?
What the 2007 Yamaha R1 does have though is a healthy dollop of midrange kick. Not that this will be a worry in the lower gears as the fly-by-wire system, linked to detailed ECU mapping, won’t deliver everything the rider asks for, instead giving what it thinks is best.
What are the brake calipers on a Yamaha R1?
The Yamaha R1’s dash layout is spartan but effective; big tachometer face, gear shift light and LCD speedo are all you’ll really need. Yamaha has brought back six-piston brake calipers to fly in the face of four-pot fashion, but they work very, very effectively on the smaller-sized discs of the latest R1.
When did the Yamaha centenary get a new engine?
A major change came in 2009, when the engine was changed for a crossplane crank design to create more grunt lower down the range. This version also got a new chassis and styling and had detail changes including six-stage traction control in 2012. Centenary: limited edition all-yellow model in 2005/2006.
What was the price of a Yamaha R1 in 2007?
For 2007 the R1’s price was around £8999, which (typically) was around £200 more than the competition. Value for money? Yamaha think so, as do previous Yamaha R1 customers.
Are there any warranties on a Yamaha motorcycle?
Yamaha products purchased from retailers other than Yamaha Authorized Dealers (whether via the Internet, or otherwise) will NOT be covered by Yamaha’s warranties, and U.S. service centers will not repair such products under warranty. Check our Service Locator for a list of U.S. Authorized Servicers.
When did the Yamaha R1 SP come out?
This version of the R1 recieved a few changes in 2006 including a longer wheelbase and a limited edition SP version was made available with Ohlins suspension, Marchesini wheels and a slipper clutch. In 2007, Yamaha scrapped their five valves per cyclinder engine format in favour of a four-valve head version.
Is the Yamaha R1 good for everyday riding?
With race-like suspension front and rear, the standard set-up of this latest Yamaha R1 is just about right for dealing with everyday riding on UK roads. Turn the pace up (road or track) and there’s enough adjustment to suit every situation and riding style.