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2006Yamaha YZF-R1

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The 2006 Yamaha YZF-R1 is a track-focused supersport built for experienced riders seeking cutting-edge performance. Its 998cc inline-four engine delivers 172.6 horsepower and aggressive handling characteristics. Known for its technological sophistication and dominance in racing, the R1 remains a benchmark for litre-class sportbikes.

Capacity: 998.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 173.0 kg
Seat height: 835 mm
Power: 172.6 HP (128.7 kW) @ 12500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2006 Yamaha YZF-R1

vs the 2005

Spec	2005	2006
Power	180.0 HP (132.4 kW)	172.6 HP (128.7 kW) @ 12500 RPM
Torque	112.6 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.0 ft.lbs)	106.6 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 78.6 ft.lbs)
Fuel capacity	18.40 litres (4.86 US gallons)	18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons)
Front suspension	43mm inverted telescopic fork w/adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping; 4.7´ travel	Telescopic forks, 43mm
Rear suspension	Single shock w/piggyback reservoir and adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping; 5.1´ travel	Swingarm (Link suspension)
Wheelbase	1394 mm (54.9 inches)	1415 mm (55.7 inches)

Other years 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail2%

Cornering96%

City riding30%

Daily riding28%

Touring22%

Two-up18%

Track99%

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?

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Units

At 835mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2006 Yamaha YZF-R1, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 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: 998.0 ccm
Power: 172.6 HP (128.7 kW) @ 12500 RPM
Torque: 106.6 Nm (10.9 kgf-m)
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.9977 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 77.0 x 53.6 mm
Compression: 12.4:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI (digital)
Valves per cylinder: 5
Lubrication system: Wet Sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiple-disc

Performance

Top speed: 270.0 km/h (167.8 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1415 mm
Overall length: 2085 mm
Overall width: 720 mm
Overall height: 1105 mm
Seat height: 835 mm
Dry weight: 173.0 kg
Wet weight: 205.5 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.00 litres
Ground clearance: 135 mm

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Telescopic forks, 43mm
Rear suspension: Swingarm (Link suspension)

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/50-ZR17

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	2005	2006	2012	2019	2026
Capacity	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc	997 cc
Dry weight	177 kg	175 kg	173 kg	177 kg	177 kg	177 kg
Seat height	815 mm	833 mm	835 mm	833 mm	856 mm	855 mm
Fuel capacity	18 L	18.4 L	18 L	18.2 L	17 L	17 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICMay 2006 · 06E035000

CERTAIN CRG FRONT BRAKE LEVERS, MODEL RB-511 DESIGNED FOR USE ON 2004-2006 YAMAHA YZF-R1 MOTORCYCLES, AND 2005-2006 YAMAHA YZF-R6 MOTORCYCLES. MODEL RB-512 IS DESIGNED FOR USE ON 2003-2006 DUCATI 749 AND 999 MOTORCYCLES, AND ON 2004-2006 APRILIA MILLE R MOTORCYCLES. DUE TO A MISALIGNMENT OF THE PIVOT BORE, THE BRAKE LEVER COULD BECOME SEIZED IN THE BRAKE ENGAGED POSITION, THEREBY PREVENTING THE FRONT BRAKE FROM DISENGAGING.

Risk: A NON-RELEASE CONDITION COULD CAUSE DRAG ON THE FRONT BRAKE SYSTEM, WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: CRG WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE ROCKER FOR THE FRONT LEVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONCACT CRG AT 831-763-7811.

These recalls cover some 2006 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Yamaha recalls →