Sportbikes
1999Yamaha YZF-R1
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The 1999 Yamaha YZF-R1 is a groundbreaking liter-class sport bike designed for experienced riders seeking cutting-edge performance. Its 998cc inline-four engine delivers 150 horsepower and aggressive acceleration, achieving 0-62 mph in just 3.1 seconds. Best known for revolutionizing the middleweight sport bike segment, the R1 combines track-focused engineering with accessible handling.
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 205.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 150.0 HP
What’s new for the 1999 Yamaha YZF-R1
vs the 1998| Spec | 1998 | 1999 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 998.00 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) | 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) |
| Power | 150.00 HP | 150.0 HP |
| Torque | 108.00 | 108.0 Nm (11.0 kgf-m or 79.7 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM |
| Top speed | 280.0 km/h (174.0 mph) | 269.0 km/h (167.1 mph) |
| Weight | 177.0 kg (390.2 pounds) | 205.0 kg (451.9 pounds) |
| Seat height | 815 mm (32.1 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | — | 18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | — | 1395 mm (54.9 inches) |
| Compression | — | 11.8:1 |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A track-focused open-class superbike built to devour circuits and fast canyon roads, with launch, slide and traction control for extracting extreme performance.
- Built for
- A razor-sharp, screaming crossplane litre-bike-intense, precise and utterly focused. All adrenaline, thriving at full throttle and hard lean angles.
- Not ideal for
- Not for beginners, commuters seeking comfort, two-up touring, or anyone wanting a relaxed all-day ride. No off-road ability whatsoever.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usEngine
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Power
- 150.0 HP
- CO2 Emissions
- 15 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 108.0 Nm (11.0 kgf-m) @ 8500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 0.60 litres/100 km (166.7 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7317 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 74.0 x 58.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 5
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 269.0 km/h (167.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1395 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Wet weight
- 205.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.00 litres
- Front percentage of weight
- 49.8
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 245 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-ZR17
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1998 | 1999 | 2005 | 2012 | 2019 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 998.00 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) | 998.00 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) | 998.00 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) | 998.00 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) | 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) | 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | 177.0 kg (390.2 pounds) | — | — | — | — | — |
| Seat height | 815 mm (32.1 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 833 mm (32.8 inches) | 833 mm (32.8 inches) | 856 mm (33.7 inches) | 856 mm (33.7 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | — | 18.00 litres (4.76 gallons) | 18.35 litres (4.85 gallons) | 18.17 litres (4.80 gallons) | 17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons) | 17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons) |
| Color options | — | — | Team Yamaha Blue/White; Liquid Silver/Cerulean Silver; Shift Red | Pearl White/Rapid Red, Pearl White/Candy Red, Raven black, Team Yamaha Blue/White | Yamaha Blue, Rapid Red | Team Yamaha Blue, Matte Raven Black |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha YZF-R1?
The 1999 Yamaha YZF-R1 has a Capacity of 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha YZF-R1 have?
The 1999 Yamaha YZF-R1 has a Power of 150.0 HP.
How many gears does the Yamaha YZF-R1 have?
The 1999 Yamaha YZF-R1 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha YZF-R1?
The 1999 Yamaha YZF-R1 has a Torque of 108.0 Nm (11.0 kgf-m or 79.7 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha YZF-R1 weigh?
The 1999 Yamaha YZF-R1 has a Wet weight of 205.0 kg (451.9 pounds).
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