2006 Yamaha YZF-R1 50th Anniversary Edition

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2006 Yamaha YZF-R1 50th Anniversary Edition

2006 Yamaha YZF-R1 50th Anniversary Edition

2006 Yamaha YZF-R1 50th Anniversary Edition

2006 Yamaha YZF-R1 50th Anniversary Edition

2006 Yamaha YZF-R1 50th Anniversary Edition

 

– 2006 Yamaha YZF-R1 50th Anniversary Edition

YZF-R1 50th Anniversary Edition – Open Class Ultra High Performance

Building on the most sought after sportbike in history,

the 2006 R1 50th anniversary’s modified frame, longer swingarm and revised front forks sharpen handling, traction and responsiveness – while a revised cylinder head unleashes an additional 3 horsepower. No other motorcycle combines performance, style and ridability like the R1.

The R1 is not intended for novice or inexperienced riders.

 

Features:

998cc, fuel injected , liquid-cooled, 20-valve, DOHC inline four cylinder

43mm fully adjustable inverted fork

Fully adjustable linkage-mounted rear shock

Dual 320mm fronts discs with radial mounted 4-piston calipers

50th Anniversary Yellow & Black paint schemes for 2006 (limited availability)

 

Specifications:

Engine
Engine liquid-cooled, DOHC, 5-valve, inline four 4-stroke
Displacement 998 cc
Bore and Stroke 77 x 53.6mm
Fuel Delivery 45mm throttle body fuel injection
Lubrication Wet sump
Ignition Digital TCI
Transmission 6 speed
Final Drive ”O” Ring Chain

 

Chassis
Suspension (Front) 43mm inverted fork
Suspension (Rear) Link Monocross
Brakes (Front) Dual 320 mm discs
Brakes (Rear) 220 mm discs
Tires (Front) 120/70 ZR17
Tires (Rear) 190/50 ZR17

Critical Data
Length 2,085 mm (82.1”)
Width 720 mm (28.3”)
Height 1,105 mm (43.5”)
Wheelbase 1,415 mm (55.7”)
Rake / Trail 24° / 97 mm
Ground Clearance 135 mm (5.3″)
Seat Height 835mm (32.9”)
Fuel Capacity 18 litres (4.0 Imp. gal.)
Colour(s) Yellow & Black