2027Yamaha YZF-R1
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The 2027 Yamaha YZF-R1 returns unchanged apart from new colours, keeping its 998cc crossplane inline four with 197 hp and 113 Nm, a full electronics package with launch and slide control, an 855 mm seat and a 17-litre tank.
- Capacity
- 997.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 176.9 kg
- Seat height
- 855 mm
- Power
- 197.3 HP (147.0 kW) @ 13500 RPM
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 usRange and running costs
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Official figures come from a gentle lab test - most riders use 10-30% more fuel than this, so expect less range in real riding, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Reliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsUS owner complaints
None filed for 2027 · 175 across all yearsNo US owner complaints are on record for the 2027 model; owners of other years of the Yamaha YZF-R1 have filed 175.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints (United States). These are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects — a handful is normal for a popular model.
Bike Reliability
How the score works →The Yamaha YZF-R1 passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 84.6% of the time, 3.2 points above expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 61% of models.
This covers every year of the model.
All years of this model.
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BMW M 1000 RR | 95 Excellent | 133 |
| 2 | Honda CBR1000RR | 73 Good | 122,395 |
| 3 | BMW S 1000 RR | 72 Good | 15,241 |
| 4 | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R | 61 Good | 19,887 |
| 5 | Yamaha YZF-R1 | 61 Good | 206,988 |
| 6 | Suzuki GSX-R1000 | 60 Good | 138,388 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 997.0 ccm
- Power
- 197.3 HP (147.0 kW) @ 13500 RPM
- Torque
- 113.0 Nm (11.5 kgf-m) @ 11500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 7.10 litres/100 km (14.1 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 1.1153 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 79.0 x 50.9 mm
- Compression
- 13.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multiplate assist and slipper clutch
Performance
- Top speed
- 270.0 km/h (167.8 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1405 mm
- Overall length
- 2055 mm
- Overall width
- 690 mm
- Overall height
- 1165 mm
- Seat height
- 855 mm
- Dry weight
- 176.9 kg
- Wet weight
- 201.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum Deltabox
- Front suspension
- 43mm KYB® inverted fork; fully adjustable
- Rear suspension
- KYB® piggyback shock, fully adjustable
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.0°
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Hydraulic. Four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/55ZR17
Maintenance
- Oil capacity
- 3.90 litres
Other
- Comments
- Windscreen. Traction control. Launch control. Slide control. Quick shifter. Power modes. GPS.
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 | 2013 | 2020 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 997 cc |
| Dry weight | 177 kg | 175 kg | 177 kg | 177 kg | 177 kg |
| Seat height | 815 mm | 833 mm | 836 mm | 856 mm | 855 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 18.4 L | 18.2 L | 17 L | 17 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | 59 Average | 61 Good | 73 Good | 77 Good | Too new |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha YZF-R1?
The 2027 Yamaha YZF-R1 has a Capacity of 997.0 ccm (60.84 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha YZF-R1 have?
The 2027 Yamaha YZF-R1 has a Power of 197.3 HP (147.0 kW) @ 13500 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha YZF-R1 have?
The 2027 Yamaha YZF-R1 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha YZF-R1?
The 2027 Yamaha YZF-R1 has a Torque of 113.0 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.3 ft.lbs) @ 11500 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha YZF-R1 weigh?
The 2027 Yamaha YZF-R1 has a Dry weight of 176.9 kg (390.0 pounds).
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