Contents: Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
Contents: Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2023 Yamaha YZF-R1: DEVELOPED WITHOUT COMPROMISE.
Introducing the new 2023 Yamaha YZF-R1…
Featuring next‑generation R‑Series styling, sophisticated electronic control, supersport braking and suspension performance and a high‑performance crossplane engine.
Yamaha has a rich heritage of building supersport motorcycles designed to deliver the pinnacle of performance on and off the track. The YZF-R1 is forged from the technology and development gained from countless racetrack challenges, from MotoGP to the Canadian Superbike Championship. From crossplane crankshaft engines to revolutionary electronics such as the six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), Yamaha’s historical achievements have become the future of R World.
R1
Right from the very start the R1 was developed without compromise, and this pure and focused design philosophy is what makes this high-tech race-bred Yamaha the most exciting supersport bike of our time.
Just about everything on the latest R1 can directly trace its origins back to the racetrack, where Yamaha’s race winning MotoGP® and WorldSBK bikes have been developing and testing the advanced technology that you can now see and experience on your R1.
R history. Your future.
Every piece of advanced technology on the R1 has been developed using the knowledge gained from Yamaha’s involvement in racing at the highest level. The remarkable 998cc 4-cylinder EU5 crossplane engine is a direct descendant of the M1 unit – while the aerodynamic bodywork comes straight from racetrack development.
But above all, it’s the R1’s incredible array of smart electronics that make this bike so very special. Equipped with everything from a ride-by-wire throttle through to a Launch Control System (LCS), Engine Brake Management (EBM) as well as Brake Control (BC) and much more, this is the ultimate Yamaha supersport that is built to lead the way on the road and track. And it comes in a sporty new duo-tone Icon Blue with matte blue colour scheme, as well as the dynamic Yamaha Black option.
REFINED CP4 ENGINE
The YZF-R1 comes equipped with the next generation of Yamaha’s unique 998 cc inline four-cylinder crossplane crankshaft (CP4) engine for refined performance. By equalizing inertial forces at the crankshaft, the CP4 motor delivers a direct feeling of linear torque, giving the rider the ultimate connection between throttle grip and the rear wheel. Features such as titanium fracture-split connecting rods and offset cylinders contribute to the CP4 engine’s responsive and potent character.
LEGENDARY R-SERIES HANDLING
Built around Yamaha’s refined Deltabox aluminum frame technology and featuring high-spec, fully-adjustable suspension, the YZF-R1 exemplifies over 20 years of chassis technology developed on racetracks around the world.
RACING PEDIGREE
Based on 23 years of proven race-winning engineering, the Yamaha R1M and R1 are forged from the technology and development gained from countless challenges in MotoGP, World Superbike and MotoAmerica Superbike races, and the gruelling demands of Endurance World Championship racing.
2023 Yamaha YZF-R1 Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
- MotoGP®-Derived Crossplane Crankshaft Engine
The 998cc inline-four-cylinder engine features Yamaha’s exclusive crossplane crankshaft technology derived from Yamaha’s YZR-M1 MotoGP® race bike. Every aspect of this unique engine is built to thrill. - Digital Superbike Technology
The R1 features a cableless ride-by-wire Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T®) system that transforms the rider’s inputs into motion, with a full suite of IMU-powered electronic rider aids that bring new meaning to the term “rider confidence.” - Superbike Brakes & Tires
The YZF-R1 utilizes track-focused braking hardware, featuring potent 4-piston radial-mounted front calipers, stainless steel front brake lines, big 320mm front rotors with high-friction pads and a compact ABS unit. The Bridgestone® RS11 tires ensure true racetrack-ready traction with balanced road feel and handling. - Sharp, Sleek Styling
The YZF-R1 features beautifully integrated bodywork and sleek, stylish lines which create an unmistakably aggressive, aerodynamic profile. - Legendary R-Series Handling
Built around Yamaha’s refined Deltabox aluminum frame technology and mounting high-spec, fully-adjustable KYB® suspension, the YZF-R1 exemplifies over 20 years of chassis technology developed on racetracks around the world. - Next Level R-Series Evolution
In developing the R1, Yamaha engineers combined feedback gleaned from top-level riders and the world’s most challenging race circuits. Advanced electronic systems boost rider confidence and control while the engine, suspension, brakes and aerodynamics complete the package. - Aerodynamic M1-style bodywork
- High-efficiency 998cc EU5 engine
- High-quality finish with new duo-tone colouring
- 43 mm KYB front forks
- Brake Control (BC) system
- Engine Brake Management (EBM) system
- Next generation LED headlights and position lights
- Ride-by-wire APSG throttle
- Launch Control (LCS) system
- High-friction brake pads
- Bridgestone Battlax RS11 tyres – 190 wide rear
- TFT instruments with EBM and BC displays
2023 Yamaha YZF-R1 Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
ENGINE
- Cutting-Edge CP4® Engine
The R1’s 998cc inline-four-cylinder engine features Yamaha’s exclusive crossplane crankshaft technology derived from Yamaha’s YZR-M1 MotoGP® race bike. By equalizing inertial forces at the crankshaft, the CP4 motor delivers a direct feeling of linear torque, giving the rider the ultimate connection between throttle grip and the rear wheel. - High-Output Engine Technology
Titanium connecting rods use Yamaha’s precision fracture-split method to ensure maximum reliability with minimal weight. Combined with titanium intake valves and forged pistons, these lightweight parts help achieve the CP4’s high redline and over-rev capability. The cylinder block is also offset from the crankshaft, reducing friction loads on the pistons and bores. - High-Performance Intake System
The cylinder head, intake system, fuel injectors and airbox work together to enhance part-throttle performance. And by creating a smaller and shorter intake tract, new injectors are able to spray fuel directly against the intake valves for improved fuel atomization. - Refined Rocker-Arm Valvetrain
Compact rocker-arm valve actuation uses optimized geometry to allow for larger valve lift than conventional cam-driven systems, while using lower cam lobes and reduced spring pressure to reduce friction losses. - Titanium Exhaust System
The R1 is equipped with a muffler and heat shields manufactured primarily from lightweight titanium. The compact midship muffler also centralizes mass low in the frame and as close to the center of the machine as possible for optimal handling. - Compact Stacked Transmission
A 6-speed transmission features close-ratio gearing to best match the high-revving engine. The transmission also “stacks” the input/output shafts to centralize mass and to keep the overall engine size shorter front-to-back, which optimizes engine placement in the frame for outstanding weight balance. - Advanced Clutch
Yamaha’s assist and slipper clutch is used to give the rider more confident downshifts when entering corners aggressively, while still smoothly handling the torque of the R1’s high-output motor.
CHASSIS/SUSPENSION
- Brake Control (BC) System with ABS
Developed on racetracks around the world, Yamaha’s Brake Control (BC) System works with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) to minimize brake slip under aggressive braking or on less than ideal surfaces. The adjustable BC System uses the IMU to provide progressive brake force intervention as lean angle increases which boosts rider confidence when braking mid-corner. - Supersport Braking Components
The YZF-R1 features 4-piston radial-mounted front calipers riding on big 320mm rotors for excellent stopping power, with a high-friction pad compound, and supported by a 220mm rear disc with compact floating caliper. The ABS hydraulic unit is light and compact, and the high-quality braided stainless steel front lines provide firm yet responsive control and feel. - Fully Adjustable KYB® Fork
The R1 features an inverted KYB® front fork with 43mm inner tubes and a 4.7 inch stroke with full adjustability for incredible front-end feel on the track. The shim-stack damping pistons improve road feel under aggressive conditions. All adjustments are also made on the top of the fork legs for simplified tuning. - Linkage-Type KYB® Shock
The fully adjustable KYB® shock utilizes a rear bottom link pivot position that is optimally placed to provide exceptional handling and excellent transmission of engine torque to the track surface. Internal settings are also revised to match the upgraded front fork. - Bridgestone® RS11 Tires
The R1 mounts the latest Bridgestone® RS11 tires which are designed to offer true racetrack-ready traction with balanced road feel and handling. - Race-Ready Magnesium Wheels
The 10-spoke cast magnesium wheels significantly lower rotational mass compared to conventional aluminum cast alloy rims, reducing unsprung weight for quicker direction changes and responsive handling. - Compact Deltabox Frame
The slim aluminum Deltabox frame, magnesium subframe and aluminum swingarm contribute to a compact chassis design with outstanding track-focused handling. The motor mounts use the engine as a stressed member of the frame for optimal rigidity balance and fantastic cornering performance on the race track. - Aluminum Fuel Tank
The aluminum alloy fuel tank weighs in at a full 3.5 pounds less than a comparable steel tank, further reducing overall weight, and is sculpted to give the rider a natural lower body connection to the machine.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
- Sleek Styling
The YZF-R1 features beautifully integrated bodywork and sleek, stylish lines which create an unmistakably aggressive, aerodynamic profile. - All-LED Lighting
LED headlights are both lightweight and compact, allowing for a more streamlined design of the front cowling with excellent visibility. The lights deliver a broad spread of illumination. LED front turn signals are integrated into the mirrors for improved aerodynamics while the LED tail light is stylish and highly visible. - Full-Color Instruments
The R1 features a brilliant full-color, thin-film transistor (TFT) meter, with front brake pressure and fore/aft G-force readouts which give the rider feedback from the machine. It features both street mode and a track mode that focuses on performance information, such as YRC settings (including EBM and BC systems), a zoomed-in view of the tachometer in the upper rpm range, a lap timer, gear position indicator and speed.
ELECTRONICS
- Ride-by-Wire Throttle System
The R1 features a ride-by-wire Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T®) system built around the Accelerator Position Sensor with Grip (APSG), which eliminates the throttle cables. As before, YCC-T precisely senses throttle input by the rider and actuates the throttle valves to actively control intake volume, allowing for cutting-edge computerized engine management but in a lighter package. - Variable Intake System
The YZF-R1 features Yamaha’s Chip Controlled Intake (YCC-I®), a variable intake system that broadens the spread of power across the entire rpm range. By actively adjusting the length of the intake based on engine speed, the CP4 engine is able to provide a broad spread of power across the rpm range. - MotoGP®-Level Controllability
Yamaha’s Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) combines a gyro sensor and G-sensor accelerometer that measures all six axes of movement in 3-D space at a rate of 125 calculations per second. This information is fed into the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to create a detailed picture of the motorcycle’s position, which then powers the R1’s rider-assisting technology package, Yamaha Ride Control (YRC). - Engine Brake Management (EBM)
The YZF-R1 features an Engine Brake Management (EBM) system that allows the rider to adjust engine braking to suit personal preferences and track conditions. The EBM system offers three levels of engine brake force to allow smoother corner entry. - Power Delivery Mode (PWR)
Power Delivery Mode (PWR) lets the rider adjust engine response to best match their preferences and riding conditions, adjusting throttle feel, responsiveness and overall power. The PWR system offers four settings of progressive power delivery. - Lean Angle-Sensitive Traction Control System (TCS)
The R1’s Traction Control System (TCS) calculates the differences in front and rear wheel speeds to monitor and reduce unwanted wheel spin during hard acceleration. Unlike many simplified TC systems, the R1 also uses the IMU to calculate lean angle, then adjusts the amount of TCS intervention to best suit the rider’s demands. The TCS offers ten separate settings enabling the rider to dial in the exact level of control needed. - MotoGP®-Developed Slide Control System (SCS)
Yamaha’s Slide Control System (SCS) comes directly from the Yamaha YZR-M1 MotoGP® race bike. By using the IMU to detect lateral slides under hard cornering acceleration, the ECU intervenes to regulate power delivery and seamlessly control the motorcycle’s cornering attitude. The SCS features four settings to suit rider preferences and track conditions. - Lift Control System (LIF)
The Lift Control System (LIF) utilizes the IMU to detect when the motorcycle’s nose pitches upwards higher or faster than desired, then progressively regulates engine power to maintain chassis attitude with minimal loss of forward drive. LIF offers four settings of adjustment for fine tuning - Launch Control System (LCS)
Built to deliver an optimum racetrack start every time, the R1’s Launch Control System (LCS) limits maximum engine rpm and throttle plate opening with input from the TCS and LIF systems to maximize acceleration from a standing start. The LCS offers three setting levels to adjust engine control and output. - Up & Down Quick Shift System (QSS)
The Up & Down Quick Shift System (QSS) uses a sensor on the shift linkage to modulate power during shifting, allowing for split-second clutchless shifts up and down through the gearbox. Full-throttle upshifts maximize forward drive under power, while the ECU precisely matches engine speed while downshifting for nearly instantaneous gear changes with minimal chassis disruption. The QSS can be adjusted between three settings with independent downshift function control.
2023 Yamaha YZF-R1 – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $17999 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $22799 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £18200 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Engine Type 998cc, liquid-cooled inline 4 cylinder DOHC; 4- valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 79.0mm x 50.9mm
Compression Ratio 13.0:1
Fuel Delivery Fuel injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
Transmission 6-speed; wet multiplate assist and slipper clutch
Final Drive Chain
Suspension / Front 43mm KYB® inverted fork, fully adjustable; 4.7- in travel
Suspension / Rear KYB® single shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in
travel
Brakes / Front Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control
System and ABS
Brakes / Rear 220mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and
ABS
Tires / Front 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING
STREET RS11F
Tires / Rear 190/55ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING
STREET RS11R
L x W x H 80.9 in x 27.2 in x 45.9 in
Seat Height 33.7 in
Wheelbase 55.3 in
Rake (Caster Angle) 24.0°
Trail 4.0 in
Maximum Ground
Clearance
5.1 in
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal
Fuel Economy** 33 mpg
Wet Weight*** 448 lb
Warranty 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
Color Team Yamaha Blue; Performance Black
2023 Yamaha YZF-R1 – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details
ENGINE
ENGINE Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valves (4-valves / cyl), in-line four
DISPLACEMENT 998 cc
BORE AND STROKE 79 x 50.9 mm
COMPRESSION RATIO 13:1
MAXIMUM TORQUE 11.5 kg-m (83.2 ft-lb.) @ 11,500 rpm
ENGINE MANAGEMENT YCC-T, YCC-I, PWR, TCS, LCS, LIF, SCS, QSS, BRM, BC, CCU & SCU
FUEL DELIVERY Mikuni 45 mm throttle body FI with twin injectors (primary & secondary)
ESTIMATED FUEL CONSUMPTION± 14.4 kpl / 40.6 mpg (Imp.)
LUBRICATION Wet sump
IGNITION / STARTING TCI / Electric
TRANSMISSION 6-speed
FINAL DRIVE 520 series O-ring chain
CHASSIS
SUSPENSION (FRONT) Fully adj. 43 mm inverted fork / 120 mm (4.7″) wheel travel
SUSPENSION (REAR) Fully adj. bottom link Monocross / 120 mm (4.7″) wheel travel
BRAKES (FRONT) Dual 320 mm discs / radial mount, 4-piston calipers / ABS & UBS-equipped
BRAKES (REAR) 220 mm disc / single piston caliper / ABS
TIRES (FRONT) 120/70ZR17
TIRES (REAR) 190/55ZR17
CRITICAL DATA
LENGTH 2,055 mm (80.9″)
WIDTH 690 mm (27.2″)
HEIGHT 1,150 mm (45.3″)
WHEELBASE 1,405 mm (55.3″)
RAKE / TRAIL 24° / 102 mm
GROUND CLEARANCE 130 mm (5.1″)
SEAT HEIGHT 855 mm (33.7″)
FUEL CAPACITY 17 litres (3.7 Imp. gal.)
WET WEIGHT 201 kg (443 lb.)
2023 Yamaha YZF-R1 – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
- Engine
Engine type
Liquid-cooled, 4-cylinder, EURO5, 4-stroke, 4-valves, DOHC
Displacement
998 cc
Bore x stroke
79.0 × 50.9 mm
Compression ratio
13,0 : 1
Maximum power
147,1 kW (200.0 PS) @ 13.500 rpm
Maximum torque
113.3 Nm (11.6 kg-m) @ 11,500 rpm
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Clutch type
Wet, Multiple Disc
Ignition system
TCI
Starter system
Electric
Transmission system
Constant Mesh, 6-speed
Final transmission
Chain
Fuel consumption
6.8 L/100 km
CO2 emission
159 g / km
Fuel system
Electronic Fuel Injection
- Chassis
Frame
Aluminium Deltabox, Diamond
Caster angle
24º
Trail
102 mm
Front suspension system
Upside-down forks
Rear suspension system
link suspension, Swingarm
Front travel
120 mm
Rear travel
120 mm
Front brake
Hydraulic dual discs, Ø320 mm
Rear brake
Hydraulic single disc, Ø220 mm
Front tyre
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) Tubeless
Rear tyre
190/55 ZR17M/C (75W) Tubeless
- Dimensions
Overall length
2.055 mm
Overall width
690 mm
Overall height
1.165 mm
Seat height
855 mm
Wheel base
1.405 mm
Minimum ground clearance
130 mm
Wet weight (including full oil and fuel tank)
201 kg
Fuel tank capacity
17 L
Oil tank capacity
4,9 L
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