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Yamaha YZF-R1 2005 specs

Latest motor bike specifications and pictures for the 2005 Yamaha YZF-R1.



Yamaha YZF-R1 2005 motorcycle info

Main Detail

Make
Yamaha
Model
YZF-R1
Year
2005
Category
Sport

Dimensions and Weight

Overall Length
2,065 mm / 81.3 inches
Wheelbase
1,394 mm / 54.9 inches

Engine and Exhaust

Bore / Stroke
77.0 x 53.6 mm / 3.0 x 2.1 inches
Engine Capacity
998.00 cc / 60.90 cubic inches
Compression
12.4:1
Engine Type
In-line four
2 / 4 Stroke
4
Valves / Cylinder
5

Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive

Transmission Type
Chain
Gearbox
6-speed

Fuel and Emission Standards

Fuel System
Injection
Fuel Control
DOHC
Fuel Capacity
18.35 litres / 4.85 gallons

Suspension

Front Suspension
43mm inverted telescopic fork w/adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping; 4.7´ travel
Rear Suspension
Single shock w/piggyback reservoir and adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping; 5.1´ travel

Tires and Rims

Front Tire Dimensions
120/70-ZR17
Rear Tire Dimensions
180/55-ZR17

Brakes

Front Brakes
Double disc
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm / 12.6 inches
Rear Brakes
Single disc
Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm / 8.7 inches

Notes, Comments and Warranty Information

Colour Options
Team Yamaha Blue/White; Liquid Silver/Cerulean Silver; Shift Red

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