How much horsepower does a 2012 Yamaha R1 have?

151 horsepower
2012 Yamaha YZF-R1: A liter-class sportbike like the R1 lives for the curves, on the street or the track. 2012 Yamaha YZF-R1: Over 151 horsepower and 71 lb-ft of torque provide eye-watering thrust.

How fast is a Yamaha 1000cc?

186 mph (Est.)

Is the Yamaha R1 a good starter bike?

The Yamaha R1 is not a good choice for a starter bike; its costly MotoGP-inspired suspension package, lightweight aluminum frame, and high-powered superbike racing motor make this an intimidating motorcycle to operate even for the most seasoned riders.

Is the 2012 R1 a good bike?

It’s smooth, grunty, fast, roomy and comfortable and now has the added safety of traction control, which works superbly. It’s expensive, which is why we’ve downgraded it down from five, to four stars.

Is the Yamaha R1M street legal?

Yamaha Motor USA YZF-R1M. The closest thing ever to a street-legal M1 MotoGP® bike.

Which sport bike is fastest?

The 11 Fastest Motorcycles of All Time

  • 2017 MTT 420RR: 273 mph.
  • 2000 MTT Y2K Superbike: 250 mph.
  • 2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2R: 249 mph.
  • 2020 Lightning LS-218: 218 mph.
  • 2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2: 209 mph.
  • 2020 Ducati Panigale V4 R: 199 mph.
  • 2020 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory: 199 mph.
  • 2007 MV Agusta F4CC: 195 mph.

What is the top speed of a Yamaha YZF R1?

Motorcycle Consumer News reported a tested top speed of 176.7 mph (284.4 km/h). In 2012 the Yamaha YZF-R1 received traction control, redesigned upper cowl (nose of bike), and a special edition 50th Anniversary R1 was released. The special edition color is inspired from Assen TT-winning MotoGP bike.

What is the price of a 2012 Yamaha YZF-R1?

For 2012, the YZF-R1 receives another benefit from MotoGP® technology – a seven-level Traction Control System. The system has been developed so the rider does not feel any unnatural or harsh intervention from the system. US$ 13990. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.

What kind of engine does a Yamaha R1 have?

The R1’s 998cc inline-four-cylinder engine features Yamaha’s exclusive crossplane crankshaft technology derived from the YZR-M1 MotoGP® machine. By equalizing inertial forces at the crankshaft, the CP4 motor delivers a direct feeling of linear torque, giving the rider the ultimate connection between throttle grip and the rear wheel.

What was the weight of the Yamaha YZF 1000?

Yamaha’s main design goal was to sharpen the pre-existing bike and not to redesign it. The dry weight was reduced five pounds to 414 lb (188 kg). At 127.8 hp (95.3 kW) at the rear wheel, top-end output remained the same, but changes to the engine management system were intended to result in a smoother, broader distribution of power.