How fast does a 2008 Yamaha R1 go?
Specifications
| Year | 1998 – 1999 | 2007-2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Wet weight* | 198.2 kg (437 lb) (claimed) | |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 270 km/h (168 mph) | 293 km/h (182 mph) |
How many miles will an R1 last?
If properly maintained and not abused it will easily last 100+ thousand miles.
What is a 2008 R1 worth?
Values
| Suggested List Price | Average Retail | |
|---|---|---|
| Base Price | $11,699 | $8,330 |
| Options (Add) | ||
| Total Price | $11,699 | $8,330 |
Is R1 good for long rides?
GIXXBYNITE but MUCH LOVE 4 R1 400-500 miles a day is pretty easy as long as you enjoy riding. if you are not the type to really enjoy riding.
What kind of oil does a 2007 Yamaha R1 take?
YAMAHA Sport II Motorcycle AP SAE 10W40 Oil Change Kit 2007-2013 YZF-R1 / 2006-2013 YZF-R6 LUB-SPTCG-KT-15.
Which is better R1 or R6?
The R6 is smaller and very much a high revving machine (you have to explore the engine to its rpms range to get some power of it), and the R1 has a lot more torque on mid range. Of course the R1 is a much more powerful machine overall (a complete different league).
Are there any reviews of the Yamaha R1?
11 owners have reviewed their YAMAHA R1 (2007 – 2008) and rated it in a number of areas. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below.
What’s the price of a 2006 Yamaha R1?
The 2006 50th Anniversary Limited Edition model: These are the best value for money, available for around $5K USD (for one with a few miles on it). One look at the striking yellow/black graphics will have you hooked.
Which is the shortest stroke of a Yamaha R1?
In addition to its new cross plane crankshaft, (all other in-line-fours have a 180° flat plane crank) the Yamaha R1’s engine now has the shortest stroke of any 1000 as well as the previous R1: 2007/8 R1: 77 x 53.6mm, 2009 R1: 78 x 52.2mm.
Where to ride a 2008 Yamaha YZF 1000 R1?
The first week on the R1 was spent in some dreary rainy weather but by the end of the week it was sunny and 75 degrees and time for a day out in the canyons to get an honest feel for the R1. I zipped up the 2WF.com leathers for a road trip to Lake Elsinore via Ortega Highway, California Highway 74 for some canyon riding.
11 owners have reviewed their YAMAHA R1 (2007 – 2008) and rated it in a number of areas. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below.
The first week on the R1 was spent in some dreary rainy weather but by the end of the week it was sunny and 75 degrees and time for a day out in the canyons to get an honest feel for the R1. I zipped up the 2WF.com leathers for a road trip to Lake Elsinore via Ortega Highway, California Highway 74 for some canyon riding.
Where to track test the 2008 Ford R1?
Well this year I got my opportunity with 2 weeks of flogging on the unchanged 2008 version of the R1. The original plan was to also track test the R1 at Fontana with Fastrack Riders but a weekend of rain in sunny southern California ruined that plan.
Is the Yamaha YZF R1 a race bike?
All-new, light, powerful and packed with MotoGP technology, the YZF-R1 is the most advanced open-class production motorcy… 2008 Yamaha R6 Race Bike with tons of upgrades and recently installed new race built motor with only 2 trackdays on it.
What is the top speed of a Yamaha YZF R1?
186 mph
2018 – 2021 Yamaha YZF-R1 / R1M Top Speed: 186 mph (Est.)
What does YZF mean in Yamaha?
R = Series …so ‘YZF-R6’ means “Yamaha Racing Four-stroke Racing 600”.
How fast does R1 go in first gear?
The R1 can do 155kmph in the first gear at 13500rpm. If I’m not wrong, the R1 is equipped with a slipper clutch. Considering the above two points, not much would happen. The bike would just rapidly engine brake to a speed of 120–130kmph.
What does the F mean in yz450f?
In the dirt bike world the F designation has come to (usually) mean the bike is a four stroke instead of a two stroke, such as a CRF250R vs a CR250R or a 250SX-F vs a 250SX.
What’s the difference between 2007 and 2008 Yamaha YZF R1?
Alongside its more aggressive motor, Yamaha deliberately gave the 2007/08 R1 sharper handling than its predecessor (they claimed, naturally, through MotoGP-derived technology…) and this generation has an all-new Deltabox frame as well as upgraded suspension.
What kind of throttle does a 2009 Yamaha YZF R1 have?
As with previous incarnations of the R1, the 2009 model keeps its YCC-T (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle). Another advancement included on the 2009 model was D-Mode Throttle Control Valve Mapping, which allows a rider to choose between three distinct maps depending on the rider’s environment.
How much does a Yamaha YZF-R1 sports bike cost?
You can pick up one in a private sale for £3999, which is a lot of bike for your cash, with dealer prices starting at just under £5000. The top end is £6000 in a dealership for a 2007 model and only £500 more for a 2008 bike, which isn’t bad value at all for a fairly high-spec sportsbike that punts out over 180bhp.
What was the original year of the YZF-R1?
With a reputation for being a bit of a wild old machine due to its top-endy new motor, the 2007/08 YZF-R1 is reminiscent of the bad boy attitude that the original 1998 YZF-R1 came bristling with.