When did R1 get Crossplane?
The 2009 R1 was the first production sportbike to use a crossplane crankshaft. The power delivery is the same as a 90° V4 with a 180° crank, such as the Honda VFR800 and very similar to the Yamaha V-Max which has been lauded for its exhaust sound.
How fast will a Yamaha R1 go in first gear?
The R1 can do 155kmph in the first gear at 13500rpm.
Does the Yamaha R1 have launch control?
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Does r6 have launch control?
Launch Control is part of the our Race Tools Package. It allows you to set a Launch RPM and other Parameters to assist with getting fast consistent launches from your bike, all controlled by the stock ECU.
What kind of crankshaft does the Yamaha R1 use?
The new R1 takes engine technology from the M1 MotoGP bike with its cross plane crankshaft. Crossplane technology puts each connecting rod 90° from the next, with an uneven firing interval of 270°- 180°- 90°- 180°. The 2009 R1 was the first production sportbike to use a crossplane crankshaft.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.