2012 Yamaha YZF-R1

General motorcycle information

Model

Yamaha YZF-R1

Year

2012

Engine and transmission

Displacement

60.90 cubic inches (998.0 ccm)

Engine type

In-line four, 4 stroke

Power

Torque

Compression

12.7:1

Bore x stroke

4.76 x 3.19 inches (78.0 x 52.2 mm)

Valves per cylinder

Fuel system

Injection

Fuel control

Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Cooling system

Liquid

Gearbox

6-speed

Transmission type, final drive

Chain

Starter

Electric

Fuel consumption

7.13 litres/100 km, 14.0 km/l or 33.0 mpg

Top speed

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)

24.0°

Trail

6.20 inches (101.6 mm)

Front suspension travel

7.28 inches (119.4 mm)

Rear suspension travel

6.20 inches (101.6 mm)

Front tyre

120/70-ZR17

Rear tyre

190/55-ZR17

Front brake

Double discs

Front brakes diameter

18.92 inches (310.0 mm)

Rear brake

Single disc

Rear brakes diameter

13.42 inches (220.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight

Wet weight

454.0 pounds (205.9 kg)

Seat height

50.8 inches (833 mm)

Wheelbase

86.3 inches (1414 mm)

Overall length

126.3 inches (2070 mm)

Overall width

43.5 inches (713 mm)

Overall height

69.0 inches (1130 mm)

Ground clearance

Fuel capacity

4.80 gallons (18.2 litres)

Oil capacity

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