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Yamaha YZF-R1 2006 specs

Latest motor bike specifications and pictures for the 2006 Yamaha YZF-R1.



Yamaha YZF-R1 2006 motorcycle info

Main Detail

Make
Yamaha
Model
YZF-R1
Year
2006
Category
Sport

Performance and Speed

Power to Weight Ratio
0.9976 HP/kg
Torque
106.60

Dimensions and Weight

Dry Weight
173.0 kg / 381.4 pounds
Ground Clearance
135 mm / 5.3 inches
Overall Height
1,105 mm / 43.5 inches
Overall Length
2,085 mm / 82.1 inches
Overall Width
720 mm / 28.3 inches
Wheelbase
1,415 mm / 55.7 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
Twin
Ignition
TCI (digital)
Starter
Electric
2 / 4 Stroke
4
Valves / Cylinder
10

Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive

Transmission Type
Chain
Gearbox
5-speed
Clutch
Wet, multiple-disc
Lubrication System
Wet Sump

Fuel and Emission Standards

Fuel System
Injection
Fuel Control
DOHC
Fuel Capacity
18.00 litres / 4.76 gallons

Suspension

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

Tires and Rims

Front Tire Dimensions
120/70-ZR17
Rear Tire Dimensions
190/50-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

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