Engineered by Yamaha for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2007 Yamaha YZF-R1 relies on a 998 cc (60.9 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 77.0 x 53.6 mm (3.0 x 2.1 inches) with a 12.7:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the YZF-R1 measures 176.9 kg (390 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 836 mm (32.9 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,415 mm (55.7 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 17.97-liter (4.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 26 indexed model years from 1999 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
836 mm (32.9 in)
Engine
Displacement998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Compression12.7:1
Bore x Stroke77.0 x 53.6 mm (3.0 x 2.1 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
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