Yamaha YZR-M1
The Yamaha YZR-M1 is a racing motorcycle that is specifically designed for MotoGP racing. It has appeared in racing since 2002, when it was first possible to use 4-stroke engines with a capacity of 990 cc.
This bike is associated with a number of legendary riders who have won a number of victories on it. There are many of them worth mentioning, but Valentino Rossi, Max Biaggi, Carlos Checa, Alex Barros or Toni Elías stand out.
technical parameters Yamaha YZR-M1
| Constructor | Yamaha |
| Category | MotoGP |
| Engine | Yamaha 1,000 cc (61 cu in) I4, 16-valve, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, Crossplane crankshaft, naturally aspirated |
| Transmission | 6-speed sequential manual cassette-type |
| Chassis | Twin-spar aluminium deltabox frame, multi-adjustable steering geometry, wheelbase, ride height, with aluminium swingarm |
| Front suspension | Fully adjustable Öhlins inverted telescopic forks |
| Rear suspension | Braced aluminium swingarm with single Öhlins shock and rising-rate linkage |
| Length | 2,060 mm (81 in) |
| Width | 650 mm (26 in) |
| Height | 1,150 mm (45 in) measured from identical reference plane |
| Wheelbase | 1,450 mm (57 in) |
| Weight | 160 kg (353 lb) |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection |
| Maximum speed | In excess of 340 km/h (211 mph) |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L (6 US gal; 5 imp gal) |
Yamaha YZR-M1
