Get Car Show Application 2012 R1

With 178 horsepower at 12,500rpm from its 998cc inline-four, the 2012 Yamaha R1 is about 10-15 horsepower short of the bhp figure that the segment leader boasts.

Specifications Year1998 - 19992015–presentEngineCompression ratio11.8:113.0 : 1Rev limiter13,750 rpmManufacturer rated horsepower (crank)150 hp (110 kW)199 hp (148 kW) 200.0 hp (149.1 kW)(with track only Circuit ECU)34 more rows

Q. What is the minimum height required to drive this bike comfortably - YZF R1? With this height you can't even touch the ground properly with your tiptoes, I think 5'9'' is minimum and 6'2 is comfortable, cause the YZF-R1 seat height 3'' inch taller then regular bajaj pulsar 150 and 2'' inch taller then R15 .

Dimensions and Capacity Width690 mmHeight1150 mmFuel Capacity17 LSaddle Height855 mmGround Clearance130 mm3 more rows

Is the Yamaha R1 safe for beginners? Given its performance specs, the answer is probably not. Because of how it handles, a high level of skill and control are crucial. So, if you're on the newer side of things, you may want to instead consider the R3, which we look at below.

I am 5'5” and have had an R1M for over a year. I cannot tippy toe both feet at once, but if you can shift your bum as you stop and use the rear brake for starting and stopping it is not a major issue.

Specifications Year1998 - 19992015–presentEngineSeat height800 mm (31 in)855 mm (33.7 in)Wheelbase1,415 mm (55.7 in) (1,394 mm (54.9 in) claimed)1,415 mm (55.7 in)Rake24.0°34 more rows

Is the Yamaha R1 safe for beginners? Given its performance specs, the answer is probably not. Because of how it handles, a high level of skill and control are crucial. So, if you're on the newer side of things, you may want to instead consider the R3, which we look at below.