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2009 Yamaha YZF R1

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2009 Yamaha YZF R1 Specifications

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Model Type  Sport
BASE MSRP(US)  $12,390.00 Free Dealer Quote
Dealers Yamaha Dealers
Warranty  12
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Engine:  
Engine Type  Horizontal In-line
Cylinders  4
Engine Stroke  4-Stroke
Cooling  Liquid
Valves  16
Valves Per Cylinder  4
Valve Configuration  DOHC
Compression Ratio  12.7:1
Starter  Electric
Fuel Requirements  Regular
Fuel Type  Gas
Transmission:  
Transmission Type  Manual
Number Of Speeds  6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)  Chain
Wheels & Tires:  
Front Tire (Full Spec)  Pirelli® 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)  Pirelli® 190/55 ZR17
Brakes:  
Front Brake Type  Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type  Hydraulic Disc
Technical Specifications:  
Wheelbase (in/mm)  55.7 / 1414.8
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)  4.8 / 18.2

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yamaha R1---- best bike on earth!
By pranay parmar(Owner), Jan. 10, 2009
R1's r the best looking bike on earth!

i have an 2008 R1 raven n just loving it!

its my 4th R1! i would never ever think of getting any other bike! i had 2002 R1, i had 2 of the 2006 Limited edition n now the 2008 Raven!

once you ride an R1 you would never ever think of getting any other bike! ... Read Full Review

 

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2009 YZF R1 - The new Benchmark
By Francois(Owner), Mar. 31, 2009
I just purchased the new 2009 Yamaha YZF-R1.



Pro's

- Best looking bike out there

- Cornering at high speed is childs play

- Accelleration is fantastic

- You feel in control at any speed

- All round fantastic superbike that makes anything else look second best.



Con's

- Extremely ugly loo... Read Full Review

 

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YAMI...all we do is win
Oct. 1, 2009
If you can really ride, then you will love this bike. It IS the fastest bike on the track and the fastest bike for weaving through traffic on the freeway. If you want a dyno-queen or simple straight line speed, this bike may not be for you. Read Full Review

 

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Nice Bike
By Justin(Owner), Aug. 31, 2009
Pros

-Great power feel

-Cross Plane is amazing

-great looks sans exhaust

-comfortable ride

-Butter smooth clutch and transmission

-great brakes and suspension

Cons

-ugly exhaust

-stock clutch weak if you abuse it

-tool kit is under riders seat opposed to pillion seat

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bad azz bike!!!!
By jay watson(Owner), Jul. 29, 2009
i have a limited yellow 09 r1. wow! 0 to 150 is like 0 to 60 in a vet. cornering is unreal. it makes you want to fly. just went from knoxville tn to chicago il and loved it! the only way to explain the feel is for you to watch star trek. when they hit hyper space its like being on the r1. Read Full Review

 

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