Yamaha YZF-R1 and R1 M launched in India at Rs 22.34 lakh and Rs 29.43 lakh!

The new Yamaha YZF-R1 and R1 M have a four-cylinder, liquid-cooled 998cc engine

After speculations of Yamaha launching the YZF-R1 and R1 M in India in March 2015, the bikes have been launched in April without any hype, launch event or prior announcement. The elite bikes YZF-R1 and R1 M are priced at Rs 22.34 lakh and Rs 29.43 lakh respectively. The website of Yamaha India shows the bikes as available with a note that says the motorcycles’ price is ex-showroom (Delhi)  and may vary in each state. The sudden launch of the bikes has taken everyone by surprise.

The 2015 Yamaha YZF-R1 M is available only in Silver Blue Carbon while YZF-R1 is available in two colours of Racing Blue and Racing Red. The new Yamaha YZF-R1 and R1 M has four-cylinder, liquid-cooled 998c engine which is good for 200PS/112.4Nm. (READ: Suzuki Gixxer SF bike launched in India; price Rs 83,439 ex-showroom in Delhi)

Read the specifications of the Yamaha YZF-R1 and Yamaha  YZF-R1 M:

Yamaha R1 M

Six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) offers controllability over traction, slides, front wheel lift, braking and launches. Its Communication Control Unit with GPS allows to look at lap times and other running data on an Android-based tablet – and YZF-R1 M’s Electronic Racing Suspension (ERS) delivers ultimate handling. With its 200PS crossplane engine, short wheelbase chassis, 3D control electronics and exclusive carbon bodywork, R1 M brings M1-derived factory-bike technology to private owners.

With its 200PS crossplane engine, short wheelbase aluminium/magnesium chassis and carbon body, the R1 M fuses M1 technology with Rseries DNA. It features Electronic Racing Suspension (ERS) as well as the most advanced electronic control technology ever used on a production bike – giving you the extra speed and increased confidence that comes with 3D controllability.

Yamaha YZF-R1

The bikes features 200PS, 199kg and 1,405mm wheelbase. Its central nervous system is a 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit that constantly senses chassis motion in 3D, creating controllability over traction, slides, front wheel lift, braking and launches. Producing 200PS, the R1’s new 998cc inline 4-cylinder, 4-valve engine is one of the most powerful in a bike. And with its M1-derived crossplane technology, this next generation superbike pushes out strong linear torque with outstanding traction.

The short wheelbase Deltabox chassis features a magnesium rear frame and long swingarm for outstanding handling on the track. It also has race developed suspension and magnesium wheels. Its R1’s high tech electronic control technology is noteworthy. By offering precise control, every rider has the chance to reveal their true potential. (Specifications and Images courtesy: Yamaha India website)