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Yamaha YZF-R1 2012

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2012 Yamaha YZF-R1

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For 2012, the YZF-R1 receives another benefit from MotoGP® technology – a seven-level Traction Control System. The system has been developed so the rider does not feel any unnatural or harsh intervention from the system.

General information
Model:	Yamaha YZF-R1
Year:	2012
Category:	Sport
Rating:	74.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Price as new (MSRP):	US$ 13990. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Engine and transmission
Displacement:	998.00 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)
Engine type:	In-line four, four-stroke
Engine details:	Titanium intake valves
Compression:	12.7:1
Bore x stroke:	78.0 x 52.2 mm (3.1 x 2.1 inches)
Valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel system:	Injection. Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
Fuel control:	DOHC
Ignition:	TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
Cooling system:	Liquid
Gearbox:	6-speed
Transmission type, final drive:	Chain
Clutch:	Slipper-type back torque-limiting clutch
Driveline:	#530 O-ring chain
Fuel consumption:	7.13 litres/100 km (14.0 km/l or 32.99 mpg)
Greenhouse gases:	165.4 CO₂ g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Rake (fork angle):	24.0°
Trail:	102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front suspension:	43mm inverted fork
Front suspension travel:	119 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension:	Single shock w/piggyback reservoir
Rear suspension travel:	102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front tyre dimensions:	120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions:	190/55-ZR17
Front brakes:	Double disc
Front brakes diameter:	310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear brakes:	Single disc
Rear brakes diameter:	220 mm (8.7 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc:	205.9 kg (454.0 pounds)
Seat height:	833 mm (32.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height:	1,130 mm (44.5 inches)
Overall length:	2,070 mm (81.5 inches)
Overall width:	714 mm (28.1 inches)
Wheelbase:	1,415 mm (55.7 inches)
Fuel capacity:	18.17 litres (4.80 gallons)
Other specifications
Starter:	Electric
Factory warranty:	1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
Color options:	Pearl White/Rapid Red, Pearl White/Candy Red, Raven black, Team Yamaha Blue/White
Further information
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