2009 Yamaha YZF-R1 Review and Specification (USA-Candian-United Kingdom)

2009 Yamaha YZF-R1 (UK White Version)

2009 Yamaha YZF-R1 (USA White Version)

2009 Yamaha YZF-R1 (USA Black Version)

2009 Yamaha YZF-R1 (Canadian Black Version)

2009 Yamaha YZF-R1 is made with inspiration on Yamaha YZR-M1 in motogp. With 4-cylinder 998cc engine and sophisticated technology in the distribution of power makes Yamaha YZF-R1 was felt smooth and can be maximally remove the ability he has. Yamaha YZF-R1 is one of the king of its class, in addition to having a sophisticated electronic devices to cheat from technologically M1 is also equipped with all-new 998cc inline four-cylinder engine with a crossplane crankshaft that runs with an uneven firing interval of 270 º - 180 º - 90 º - 180 º. The new engine feels and sounds smoother than ever, and emits an unforgettable growl from the exhaust. Pushing out 182 PS at 12.500 rpm with 115.5 Nm of torque at 10.000 rpm.

2009 Yamaha YZF-R1 - USA Specifications
MSRP* $12,490 (Raven/Candy Red) Available from January 2009
$12,490 (Pearl White/Rapid Red) Available from January 2009
$12,490 (Cadmium Yellow) Available from January 2009
$12,390 (Team Yamaha Blue/White) Available from January 2009

Engine
  • Type 998cc, liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC 16 valves (titanium valves)
  • Bore x Stroke 78.0mm X 52.2mm
  • Compression Ratio 12.7:1
  • Carburetion Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
  • Ignition TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
  • Transmission 6-speed w/multi-plate slipper clutch
  • Final Drive #530 O-ring chain

Chassis
  • Suspension/Front 43mm inverted fork; fully adjustable, 4.7-in travel
  • Suspension/Rear Single shock w/piggyback reservoir; 4-way adjustable, 5.1-in travel
  • Brakes/Front Dual 310mm disc; radial-mount forged 6-piston calipers
  • Brakes/Rear 220mm disc; single-piston caliper
  • Tires/Front 120/70ZR17M/C 58W
  • Tires/Rear 190/55ZR17M/C 75W

Dimensions
  • Length 81.1 in
  • Width 28.1 in
  • Height 44.5 in
  • Seat Height 32.8 in
  • Wheelbase 55.7 in
  • Rake (Caster Angle) 24.0°
  • Trail 4.0 in
  • Fuel Capacity 4.8 gal
  • Fuel Consumption * 14kpl/40mpg(Imp)
  • Wet Weight 454 lb

Other
  • Main Jet Not Applicable
  • Main Air Jet Not Applicable
  • Jet Needle Not Applicable
  • Needle Jet Not Applicable
  • Pilot Air Jet 1 Not Applicable
  • Pilot Outlet Not Applicable
  • Pilot Jet Not Applicable
  • Primary Reduction Ratio 65/43 (1.512)
  • Secondary Reduction Ratio 47/17 (2.765)

  • Gear Ratio - 1st Gear 38/15 (2.533)
  • Gear Ratio - 2nd Gear 33/16 (2.063)
  • Gear Ratio - 3rd Gear 37/21 (1.762)
  • Gear Ratio - 4th Gear 35/23 (1.522)
  • Gear Ratio - 5th Gear 30/22 (1.364)
  • Gear Ratio - 6th Gear 33/26 (1.269)

  • Warranty 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)

2009 Yamaha YZF-R1 - Candian Specifications
MSRP: C$15,899

  • Engine Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, inline four
  • Displacement 998cc
  • Bore and Stroke 78 x 52.2mm
  • Compression Ratio 12.7:1
  • Maximum Torque 11.7kg-m (84.6ft-lb) @ 10,000 rpm
  • Fuel Delivery Mikuni 45mm throttle body FI
  • Lubrication Wet sump
  • Ignition Digital TCI
  • Transmission 6-speed
  • Suspension (Front) Fully adj. 43 inverted fork
  • Suspension (Rear) Fully adj. Link Monocross
  • Brakes (Front) Dual 310mm discs
  • Brakes (Rear) 220mm disc
  • Tires (Front) 120/70ZR17
  • Tires (Rear) 190/55ZR17
  • Length 2,070mm (81.5")
  • Width 715mm (30.3")
  • Height 1,130mm (44.5")
  • Wheelbase 1,415mm (56.7")
  • Rake / Trail 24° / 102mm
  • Ground Clearance 135mm (5.3")
  • Seat Height 835mm (32.9")
  • Fuel Capacity 18 litres (4 Imp. gal.)
  • Fuel Consumption * 14kpl/40mpg(Imp)
  • Wet Weight 206kg (453.2lb)
  • Colour(s) Yamaha Blue
  • Metallic Black
  • Reddish Yellow

2009 Yamaha YZF-R1 - UK Specifications
MSRP:

Engine -
  • Engine type: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder, 4-valves, DOHC
  • Displacement: 998 cc
  • Bore x stroke: 78.0 x 52.2 mm
  • Compression ratio: 12.7 : 1
  • Maximum power: 133.9 kW (182 PS) @ 12,500 rpm (without air-induction)
  • Maximum torque: 115.5 Nm (11.8 kg-m) @ 10,000 rpm
  • Lubrication system: Wet sump
  • Carburettor: Fuel injection
  • Clutch type: Wet, multiple-disc coil spring
  • Ignition system: TCI
  • Starter system: Electric
  • Transmission system: Constant mesh, 6-speed
  • Final transmission: Chain
  • Fuel tank capacity: 18 L
  • Oil tank capacity: 3.73 L

Chassis -
  • Chassis: Aluminium Deltabox
  • Front suspension system: Telescopic forks, Ø 43 mm
  • Front travel: 120 mm
  • Rear suspension system: Swingarm
  • Rear travel: 120 mm
  • Front brake: Dual discs, Ø 310 mm
  • Rear brake: Single disc, Ø 220 mm
  • Front tyre: 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear tyre: 190/55 ZR17M/C (75W)

Dimensions -
Length (mm): 2,070 mm
Width (mm): 715 mm
Height (mm): 1,130 mm
Seat height (mm): 835 mm
Wheel base (mm): 1,415 mm
Minimum ground clearance (mm): 135 mm
Service weight (kg) 206 kg