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2008 YZF-R1

Model HomeInnovationFeaturesGalleryApparelAccessoriesBuild Your OwnModel 2007
MSRP*$11,699 (Team Yamaha Blue/White) Available from September 2007
$11,699 (Candy Red) Available from September 2007
$11,699 (Raven) Available from September 2007
Engine
Type998cc liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder; DOHC, 16 valves (titanium intakes)
Bore x Stroke77 x 53.6mm
Compression Ratio12.7:1
CarburetionFuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
IgnitionTCI
Transmission6-speed w/multi-plate slipper clutch
Final Drive#530 O-ring chain
Chassis
Suspension/Front43mm inverted fork; fully adjustable, 4.7-in travel
Suspension/RearSingle shock w/piggyback reservoir; 4-way adjustable, 5.1-in travel
Brakes/FrontDual 310mm disc; radial-mount forged 6-piston calipers
Brakes/Rear220mm disc; single-piston caliper
Tires/Front120/70-ZR17
Tires/Rear190/50-ZR17
Dimensions
Length81.1 in
Width28.3 in
Height43.7 in
Seat Height32.9 in
Wheelbase55.7 in
Rake (Caster Angle)24.0°
Trail4.0 in
Fuel Capacity4.75 gal
Fuel Economy**33 mpg
Dry Weight390 lb
Other
Main JetNot Applicable
Main Air JetNot Applicable
Jet NeedleNot Applicable
Needle JetNot Applicable
Pilot Air Jet 1Not Applicable
Pilot OutletNot Applicable
Pilot JetNot Applicable
Primary Reduction Ratio65/43 (1.512)
Secondary Reduction Ratio45/17 (2.647)
Gear Ratio - 1st Gear38/15 (2.533)
Gear Ratio - 2nd Gear33/16 (2.063)
Gear Ratio - 3rd Gear37/21 (1.762)
Gear Ratio - 4th Gear35/23 (1.522)
Gear Ratio - 5th Gear30/22 (1.364)
Gear Ratio - 6th Gear33/26 (1.269)
Warranty1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)