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Winning on the World Superbike racing circuit and in the motorcycle
press, the R1 was chosen as the 2009 Motorcycle of the Year by Motorcyclist
Magazine for its MotoGP - inspired engine and chassis technology and its
luxurious fit and finish.
New for 2010, the R1 will be offered in an LE Limited Edition complete with
Valentino Rossi/Fiat Yamaha livery including the number "46" and "The Doctor"
logos. Each LE will also contain a replica of Valentino's signature on the fuel
tank. It's all about power - delivery of power, to be exact. That's because the R1 is
the world's first production motorcycle with a crossplane crankshaft. Originally
pioneered in MotoGP racing with the M1, crossplane technology puts each crank
pin 90 degrees from the next, with an uneven firing interval of 270-180-90-180
degrees. The result is incredibly smooth, roll-on power delivery with outrageous
amounts of torque for a rush like you've never experienced before.
The unique shape of the crossplane crank smoothes out fluctuations in inertial
crankshaft torque to provide very linear power delivery as the engine's
combustion torque builds, giving the rider more linear throttle response with
awesome power and traction exiting corners. Not just new, the R1's new
crossplane crank engine represents a complete paradigm shift.
To make the crossplane crank viable an advanced ECU individually maps each
cylinder's ignition and fuel injection timing. This powerful electronics package
also controls Yamaha Chip Control Intake and Chip Control Throttle (YCC-I, YCC-T).
The inclusion of D-MODE variable throttle control function enables the rider to
adjust performance characteristics to match a variety of riding conditions. In
addition to standard mode mapped for optimum performance, the rider can select
from A mode for sportier response in low to mid-speed range, and B mode for
somewhat less sharp response for riding situations that require especially
sensitive throttle operation. These three different maps at the push of a button
allow the rider to choose the optimum power character for their riding
situation.
This revolutionary new engine is housed in an equally advanced chassis.
Control
filled die-cast frame rails balance high vertical rigidity with relatively low
lateral rigidity for increased high speed stability while improving handling,
especially while leaned over during corner exit. A control filled die-cast
magnesium sub frame cuts weight far from the centre of balance and contributes
to concentration of mass.
Visually the new R1 breaks new ground leading with twin projector beam
headlights concentrated near newly placed forced air intake ducts. The sculpted
body work features inner and outer shells controlling airflow around the bike at
high speeds and forcing more cool air to the radiator and engine bay while
eliminating the need for hot-air vents usually located at the sides of the
radiator. More than the just the next-generation of supersport; the YZF-R1 represents a
major breakthrough in supersport technology and performance.
The 2010 R1 will be available in dealerships nationwide beginning in September
2009 with a starting MSRP of $13,290 and available in Raven, Pearl White and
Team Yamaha Blue/White.
The R1 LE will be available in January 2010 with a starting MSRP of US$14,500
and available in Fiat Yamaha Team graphics.
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