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Yamaha YZF-R1 20122012 Yamaha YZF-R1 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
| Yamaha's profilation of this bike |
| 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 | |
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| Motorcycle name | Yamaha YZF-R1 |
| Model year | 2012 |
| Category | Sport |
| Price as new | US$ 13990. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Rating | 3.8 Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement | 998.0 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 | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| 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 wheel travel | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Single shock w/piggyback reservoir |
| Rear wheel travel | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| 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 | 1130 mm (44.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 2070 mm (81.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 714 mm (28.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1415 mm (55.7 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 18.17 litres (4.80 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Color options | Pearl White/Rapid Red, Pearl White/Candy Red, Raven black, Team Yamaha Blue/White |
| Starter | Electric |
| Factory warranty | 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty) |
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| Further information | |
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