|
Yamaha YZF-R1
With its 998cc, 180-horsepower ram-air fuel-injected engine, the YZF-R1 is intended for riders who like their performance "straight up".
Optimum weight distribution, along with advanced chassis design and power management software, produce a bike that puts horsepower into harness and then reins it into control with the latest in braking hardware.
Some highlights:
Short-stroke 998cc, DOHC, 20-valve, liquid-cooled, inline 4-cylinder engine now produces 180 horsepower (with Ram-Air)at an amazing 12,500 rpm.
Dual-valve fuel injection system uses motor-driven secondary throttle valves and 32-bit ECU for super-responsive, instantaneous power delivery.
Strong, yet lightweight clutch and close-ratio 6-speed gearbox with triangulated shaft layout for increased strength, compactness and quicker acceleration.
Light, 5-spoke wheels are enhance acceleration, deceleration, handling and suspension action.
Adjustable LCD illumination and multi-function digital gauges: adjustable shift light, odometer, dual tripmeters, water temperature, air temperature, full-time clock, lap timer and large 15,000 rpm analog tachometer.
Suggested retail price: $10,999-$11,099. That's about Rs 462,534-Rs 508,334!
Thai model presents latest model of Yamaha's YZF-R1 at a motorcycle show in Bangkok.
Photograph: Saeed Khan/AFP/Getty Images
Also see: Cars that'll make James Bond drool
|