1999Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace

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The 1999 Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace is a sport bike designed for experienced riders seeking high performance and aggressive styling. Its 1002cc inline-four engine delivers 145 horsepower and sharp handling, making it best known for track-oriented capability and cutting-edge 1990s supersport design that challenged the competition.

Capacity: 1002.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 198.0 kg
Seat height: 800 mm
Power: 145.0 HP (106.6 kW) @ 10000 RPM

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What’s new for the 1999 Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace

vs the 1998

Spec	1998	1999
Power	145.0 HP (106.6 kW)	145.0 HP (106.6 kW) @ 10000 RPM
Torque	110.0 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs)	108.0 Nm (11.0 kgf-m or 79.7 ft.lbs)
Top speed	275.0 km/h (170.9 mph)	255.0 km/h (158.4 mph)
Seat height	795 mm (31.3 inches)	800 mm (31.5 inches)

Other years 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering75%

City riding45%

Daily riding60%

Touring78%

Two-up65%

Track60%

Best for: Designed as a fast, capable sport tourer that blends genuine high-speed performance with the comfort needed to cover long distances two-up.
Built for: A muscular, five-valve-per-cylinder in-line four gives strong midrange torque and a satisfying top-end pull, delivering effortless high-speed cruising with sporty reserves on tap.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for new riders seeking a light, forgiving first bike, nor for anyone wanting an off-road or trail-capable machine.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1999 Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1002.0 ccm
Power: 145.0 HP (106.6 kW) @ 10000 RPM
Torque: 108.0 Nm (11.0 kgf-m)
Engine type: In-line four
Power/weight ratio: 0.7323 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 75.5 x 56.0 mm
Compression: 11.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 5
Lubrication system: Wet Sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet Plate

Performance

Top speed: 255.0 km/h (158.4 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1435 mm
Seat height: 800 mm
Dry weight: 198.0 kg
Wet weight: 229.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 19.00 litres
Front percentage of weight: 50

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Delta Box
Front suspension: 48mm conventional telescopic
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 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: 180/55-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	1997	1998	1999	2000	2001
Capacity	1002.00 ccm (61.14 cubic inches)	1002.00 ccm (61.14 cubic inches)	1002.00 ccm (61.14 cubic inches)	1002.00 ccm (61.14 cubic inches)	1002.00 ccm (61.14 cubic inches)
Dry weight	198.0 kg (436.5 pounds)	198.0 kg (436.5 pounds)	—	198.0 kg (436.5 pounds)	198.0 kg (436.5 pounds)
Seat height	795 mm (31.3 inches)	795 mm (31.3 inches)	800 mm (31.5 inches)	795 mm (31.3 inches)	795 mm (31.3 inches)
Fuel capacity	—	—	19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)	19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)	19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)