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R1 Race - 2026 Specifications and Reviews
The 2026 Yamaha R1 Race is a track-focused superbike built for experienced racers demanding maximum performance. Its potent 998cc crossplane engine delivers 197.3 horsepower and advanced fuel injection technology, establishing it as one of the most competitive machines on the circuit. Known for its razor-sharp handling and raw acceleration, the R1 Race dominates the track with titanium components and race-derived engineering.
2026
General information | |
| Color Options | Tech Black |
| Category | Sport |
| Model | Yamaha R1 Race |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Starting | Electric |
| Emission | 157.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.80 litres/100 km (14.7 km/l or 34.59 mpg) |
| Clutch | Multiplate assist and slipper clutch |
| Final Drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling System | Liquid |
| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Fuel Control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Induction | Injection. Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 79.0 x 50.9 mm (3.1 x 2.0 inches) |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 |
| Max Torque | 113.3 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 83.6 ft.lbs) @ 11500 RPM |
| Max Power | 197.3 HP (144.0 kW)) @ 13500 RPM |
| Engine Details | Crossplane crankshaft technology. Titanium intake valves. |
| Capacity | 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1405 mm (55.3 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Overall Width | 690 mm (27.2 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2055 mm (80.9 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1165 mm (45.9 inches) |
| Seat Height | 855 mm (33.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Wet Weight | 201.0 kg (443.1 pounds) |
R1 Race dimensions and frame | |
| Wheels | Bridgestone Battlax Street RS11 tires. |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc. ABS. |
| Brake Disc Diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Front Brakes | Double disc. ABS. Hydraulic. Four-piston calipers. |
| Rear Tyre | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Front Tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Link suspension, Swingarm |
| Front Wheel Travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Front Suspension | 43mm telescopic fork |
| Trail | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Frame | Aluminum deltabox, diamond |
Other specs | |
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| Update specs | Report missing specs or required updates. |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited Factory Warranty |
| Lighting | All-LED Lighting |
| Instruments | Colour TFT. |
| Oil capacity | 4.90 litres (5.18 US quarts) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.0° |
| Exhaust system | Titanium Exhaust |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Model year | 2025 |
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