2022 Yamaha YZF-R1M

Featuring next-generation R-Series styling, sophisticated electronic control, supersport braking and suspension performance and a high-performance crossplane engine.

• MotoGP-Derived Crossplane Crankshaft Engine

The 998cc inline-four-cylinder engine features Yamahas exclusive crossplane crankshaft technology derived from Yamahas YZR-M1 MotoGP race bike. Every aspect of this unique engine is built to thrill.

• Digital Superbike Technology

The YZF-R1M features a cableless ride-by-wire Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) system that transforms the riders inputs into motion, with a full suite of IMU-powered electronic rider aids that bring new meaning to the term rider confidence.

• Cutting-Edge CP4 Engine

The R1Ms 998cc inline-four-cylinder engine features Yamahas exclusive crossplane crankshaft technology derived from Yamahas YZR-M1 MotoGP race bike. By equalizing inertial forces at the crankshaft, the CP4 motor delivers a direct feeling of linear torque, giving the rider the ultimate connection between throttle grip and the rear wheel.

• High-Output Engine Technology

Titanium connecting rods use Yamahas precision fracture-split method to ensure maximum reliability with minimal weight. Combined with titanium intake valves and forged pistons, these lightweight parts help achieve the CP4s high redline and over-rev capability. The cylinder block is also offset from the crankshaft, reducing friction loads on the pistons and bores.

• High-Performance Intake System

The cylinder head, intake system, fuel injectors and airbox work together to enhance part-throttle performance. And by creating a smaller and shorter intake tract, new injectors are able to spray fuel directly against the intake valves for improved fuel atomization.

• hlins Gas-Charged NPX Fork

The YZF-R1M features hlins gas-charged NPX fork system. By utilizing a pressurized nitrogen chamber similar to a rear shock, oil cavitation is essentially eliminated to deliver consistent damping under the toughest conditions with unmatched ride quality and feel.

• Dynamic hlins Electronic Racing Suspension (ERS)

The YZF-R1M features the advanced hlins ERS system. The motorcycles IMU sends vehicle datasuch as vehicle speed, lean angle, acceleration and brake pressureto a dedicated Suspension Control Unit (SCU) which rapidly adjusts the front and rear damping in real time for optimum suspension performance whether braking, cornering or accelerating. The ERS provides streamlined dynamic tuning modes for both street and track, as well as manual modes for conventional suspension tuning with fixed damping.

• Brake Control (BC) System with ABS

Developed on racetracks around the world, Yamahas Brake Control (BC) System works with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) to minimize brake slip under aggressive braking or on less than ideal surfaces. The adjustable BC System uses the IMU to provide progressive brake force intervention as lean angle increases which boosts rider confidence when braking mid-corner.