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2009 YAMAHA R1 R is for Respected
everywhere.
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| ALL NEW FOR 2009 |
 | In the supersport liter class, there’s
always lots of talk about power. You expect that. What you
wouldn’t have expected – until now – is a radically
superior way to deliver that power. Introducing the 2009 YZF-R1,
the first ever production motorcycle with a crossplane
crankshaft. Crossplane technology, first pioneered in MotoGP
racing with the M1, puts each connecting rod 90° from the next,
with an uneven firing interval of 270°- 180°- 90°- 180°.
This all but eliminates undesirable inertial crankshaft torque,
which allows the engine’s compression torque to build smoothly
and provide a very linear power delivery out of the corners.
It’s a feeling that’s simply unmatched, like having two
engines in one: the low-rpm torquey feel of a twin with the raw,
high-rpm power of an inline 4. In fact, the new YZF-R1 is not a
continuation of existing supersport development; it is
breakthrough technology that represents a paradigm shift in both
technology and performance.
| This next-generation R1 keeps all the
technological superiorities developed for its predecessor: YCC-T
(Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle) is MotoGP inspired fly-by-wire
technology used to deliver instant throttle response. YCC-I is
Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake which is a variable intake system
that broadens the spread of power. The fuel injection system
provides optimum air/fuel mixtures for maximum power and smooth
throttle response.
| The R1 features Yamaha D-MODE (or drive
mode) with rider-selectable throttle control maps to program YCC-T
performance characteristics for riding conditions. The standard
map is designed for optimum overall performance. The “A”
mode lets the rider enjoy sportier engine response in the low-
to mid-speed range, and the “B” mode offers response that is
somewhat less sharp response for riding situations that require
especially sensitive throttle operation. Switching maps is as
easy as pushing a button on the handlebar switch.
| In keeping with this machine’s
exceptional cornering ability and crisp handling, the all new
aluminum frame has been designed to offer exceptional rigidity
balance. The rear frame is now lightweight CF die-cast
magnesium, contributing the optimum mass centralization.
Suspension includes new SOQI front forks which use one of the
tricks developed for our winning MotoGP bikes: independent
damping. The left fork handles compression damping and the right
side handles the rebound damping. And the rear shock adopts new
bottom linkage for optimum suspension characteristics.
| All new bodywork does more than add
break-away-from-the- crowd styling. Completely new, the new
model has a more serious, less busy look. The side fairing is
smoother for a sleeker appearance. And, instead of the usual
four bulb headlight design, the ’09 model now has only two
projector-type bulbs mounted closer to the nose of the bike.
This positions ram air ducts closer in for a more compact,
smooth look. In addition, the rounded lenses are new and unique
to the supersport industry. |
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