Yamaha YZF R1

The 2015 Yamaha YZF-R1 is undoubtedly one of the most good looking and handsome bikes available on the planet right now. The innovative designers at Yamaha have crafted the bike in such a way that instantly grasps the attention of the viewer, leaving him stunned by the majestic detailing of the machine. The bike has a fascinating front profile that incorporates two hidden LED headlights accompanied by twin pilot lamps. The full front fairing and a high clear visor gives the bike a high level of aesthetics that it truly deserves. Coming towards the rear end, a sporty step-up seat finds its place that looks stunning along with the high-end 4-2-1 exhaust system and a raised body stance. The bike has body dimensions of 2,055mm x 690mm x 1,150mm (LxWxH) that gives it a respectable big bike appearance.

With a wheelbase and minimum ground clearance of 1,405mm and 130mm respectively, the bike scores well on the grounds of stability and handling. The purely digital instrument console is completely refreshed that comprises a speedometer, tachometer, odometer, clock fuel gauge and gear position indicator. Yamaha has provided a Quick Shifter mechanism in the bike to ensure easy and fast gearshifts. The upgraded version, Yamaha YZF-R1M receives some more technical advancements in the form of a Communication Control Unit (CCU) that records a wide variety of running data and an Electronic Racing Suspension (ERS). 

The all-new Yamaha YZF-R1 gets its power from a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, DOHC engine that displaces 998cc and comes paired with a TCI digital ignition system and a fuel injection unit. The forward inclined parallel four-cylinder motor pumps out a whooping power of 197.3bhp at 13,500rpm with a peak torque of 112.4Nm at 11,500rpm. The company has installed a six-speed constant mesh gearbox with a one-down, five-up configuration that does complete justice with the immense power delivery of this bike.

Yamaha YZF-R1 runs on 120/70-ZR17 front and 190/55-ZR17 rear tyres that are further equipped with stylish black alloy wheels. The suspension system of this beast has inverted telescopic forks at the front and swingarm with monoshock link suspension at the rear. The bike is blessed with fierce stopping power that originates from dual 320mm hydraulic front and single 220mm hydraulic rear disc brake. The braking action is further refined by a high-performance ABS (Anti Lock Braking System) that proves beneficial in case of an emergency and strict braking conditions. 

For a powerful supersports machine, it is quintessential to wrap it with some safety elements to offer a safe and secure biking experience to the rider. Keeping this in mind, the Japanese manufacturer has blessed its 1,000cc icon with a Launch Control System (LCS) and Slide Control System (SCS) that ensures a safe sudden acceleration. Moreover, the bike receives a variable Traction Control System (TCS) that prevents losing of grip under strict road and riding conditions. For enhanced braking, the company has fitted a heavy duty ABS with the bike that gives a superior bite. Yamaha YZF-R1 comes with different riding modes so that the rider can transform the riding characteristics of the bike according to his requirement.