Yamaha R1 Specifications 1998-1999 (First Generation)

General Information

Yamaha YZF-R1 Commercial 1998-1999

Model: Yamaha YZF-R1
Year: 1998
Category: Sport

Engine and Transmission

Displacement: 998 cc (60.9 cubic inches)
Engine type: liquid-cooled, 20-valve, DOHC, inline four-cylinder
Power: 150.00 HP (110 kW)) @ 13000 RPM
Torque: 72.7 lb-ft (98.6 N⋅m) 72.0 lb⋅ft (97.6 N⋅m) @ 8,250 rpm
Compression: 11.8:1
Bore x stroke: 74 mm × 58 mm (2.9 in × 2.3 in)
Valves per cylinder: 4
Cooling system: Liquid

Chassis, Suspension, Brakes and Wheels

1998 -1999 Yamaha R1

Front wheel travel: 135 mm 
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm 
Front tire: 120/70 ZR17
Rear tire: 190/50 ZR17
Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 298 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 245 mm

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight: 190.1 kg (419 pounds)
Seat height: 800 mm (31 inches) 
Overall height: 1,105 mm (43.5 inches)
Overall length: 2,035 mm (79.7 inches)
Overall width: 695 mm (27.2 inches)
Wheelbase: 1415 mm (55.7 inches)

Performance

0 to 60 mph: 2.96 sec.
0 to 1⁄4 mi: 10.19
Top speed: 168 mph
Fuel economy: 42.8 mpg

 

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