Yamaha YZF R1 RACE

From a press release issued by Yamaha

In line with changing rider needs and stricter emissions regulations, R1’s future and development will now be fully focused on racing and track-use in Europe.

The 2025 R1 RACE is the embodiment of this commitment: featuring MotoGP-inspired aerodynamic winglets, upgraded suspension and an all new Brembo braking system, it offers the ultimate track riding experience. And for an even more refined, race-ready track experience, the 2025 R1 GYTR boasts the new features offered by the R1 RACE, plus a selection of race-developed Genuine Yamaha Technology Racing (GTYR) parts.

Dedicated Track Performance: R1 RACE
Over the last decade, the European motorcycle market has seen significant changes as the needs of riders have evolved, and with emissions regulations becoming stricter, the Supersport category has taken a new direction.

In line with this, the R1’s future and development will be fully focussed on racing and track-use in Europe.

The 2025 R1 RACE is the embodiment of this commitment. Taking a step even closer to the YZR-M1 Grand Prix machine which inspires both the R1’s aesthetics and technology, the R1 RACE features MotoGP-inspired aerodynamic winglets, upgraded suspension and an all new Brembo braking system to offer the ultimate track riding experience.

MotoGP-inspired Aerodynamic Winglets
The R1 RACE features MotoGP-style aerodynamic winglets fitted to the top of the main fairing. Designed and developed from the technical feedback from the Yamaha Factory Racing MotoGP team, the new winglets maximise the effects of the R1’s anti-wheelie electronics as well as improving front-end feel and feedback when braking and cornering.

Made from carbon fibre to add as little weight as possible while ensuring strength and rigidity, the winglets not only generate downforce, but also offer an increased feeling of stability and take the R1’s look one step closer to the modern MotoGP style without compromising the streamlined and evocative R1 design.

New generation KYB front fork
The R1 RACE’s new 43mm KYB inverted front forks have been fully re-designed and now feature individual adjusters for rebound and compression damping on the left and right fork tubes. Each can be adjusted individually, with the right tube for rebound damping and the left for compression, both high-speed and low-speed.

Each fork leg now features a base valve, designed to optimise pressure in the cylinder by limiting or entirely preventing oil from flowing into the bottom of the fork. This new lay-out results in an improved damping response, enhanced contact feeling and better all-round stability.
A new Kashima coating darkens the gold/bronze colour with true performance aesthetics.
Race-derived Brembo Braking Performance.

To enhance the R1’s track capability, the R1 RACE is fitted with an entirely new front braking system consisting of a Brembo master cylinder and Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers. Responsive and high performing, these new brakes take the R1’s stopping power to the next level. The radial master cylinder features a piston which moves in a direction parallel to the brake lever travel, applying pressure in a linear manner as the rider pulls the lever resulting in an refined feeling of control.
The lightweight Stylema calipers produce their stopping power through four 30mm pistons and are designed to allow an optimised air flow for efficient cooling, reducing brake fade on track.

Revised seat offers improved riding experience.

Racing is all about finding those extra tenths on track, so engineers are looking for performance gains in all areas. For this reason, the R1 RACE features an all-new seat cover material with a new texture, which offers greater grip while still allowing the rider to shift their weight easily. In cornering, this helps the rider feel more connected to their R1 and adds to the feeling of stability from the chassis.

Proven CP4 engine
The renowned 998cc CP4 engine, with its uneven 270o-180o-90o-180o firing sequence delivers strong, linear torque. Featuring a high-efficiency intake system along with specially designed finger-follower rocker arms, this race-developed engine delivers optimal track performance.

The engine, derived from Yamaha’s YZR-M1 MotoGP machine, produces 200PS with a strong connection between the throttle and the rear wheel, making the R1 controllable and intuitive to ride.

Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) with APSG
The R1 RACE is equipped with the proven Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T), which continues to utilise an Accelerator Position Sensor Grip (APSG) ride-by-wire unit which is both lightweight and provides the rider with excellent throttle feeling.

The APSG is comprised of a spring, slider and gear to produce various degrees of resistance, replicating the natural and progressive throttle feel offered by a traditional cable.

Sophisticated race-developed electronics package
The R1 was one of the first motorcycles to feature MotoGP derived intelligence in the form of a 6-axis IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit). Equipped with gyro and G-force sensors which monitor pitch, roll and yaw – as well as an accelerometer to measure fore-aft, up-down and left-right acceleration – the IMU transmits machine status data 125 times per second to the ECU, which controls the R1’s sophisticated electronic rider aids including Traction Control (TCS), Slide Control (SCS), Brake Control (BC), Lift Control (LIF), Launch Control (LCS) and a three-mode Engine Brake Management (EBM). On top of this, the R1 RACE also features Yamaha’s Quickshift System (QSS) and Power selection modes (PWR).

Technical Specs: R1 RACE
- New MotoGP-inspired downforce winglets
- New generation KYB front forks
- New Brembo front master cylinder and Stylema calipers
- New grippy seat cover
- Fully track focused, all road components removed
- 998cc 200PS crossplane 4-cylinder engine with linear torque
- Sophisticated electronics package
- 6-axis IMU with Gyro/G sensors for 3D motion data
- Banking sensitive Traction Control (TCS) and Slide Control (SCS)
- Front Lift Control (LIF) and Launch Control (LCS)
- Quick Shift System (QSS)
- Engine Brake Management (EBM) and Brake Control (BC)
- Short wheelbase aluminium Deltabox frame
- Upward truss type aluminium swingarm/magnesium rear frame
- Magnesium rear wheels and 17 litre aluminium fuel tank
- 4.2 inch TFT instrument panel with Track Mode