2018 Updated Yamaha YZF-R1M and Yamaha YZF-R1

Racing isn’t simply something Yamaha just does as an add-on to our core business. Racing is an integral part of Company DNA. And our 2018 Supersport line up – the widest in the motorcycle industry – bears witness to the fact that Yamaha was, is and always will be committed to the design and manufacture of exclusive, high quality, no-compromise Supersport motorcycles.

Yamaha’s rich history of Grand Prix competition spans six decades, and continues today with our awe-inspiring YZR-M1 Factory MotoGP bikes. And this race-led, race-bred philosophy gives Yamaha the ability, knowledge and determination to create exceptional machines like the YZF-R1M, YZF-R1, YZF-R6, YZF-R3, and YZF-R125.

2018 Yamaha YZF-R1M
Since its launch, the YZF-R1M quickly established itself as the ultimate YZF-R Series model, and today it is widely regarded as being one of the most advanced and capable track day bikes. During 2017 the YZF-R1M was the clear winner in multiple shoot-out tests carried out by the specialist press in Europe, attracting widespread praise for its outstanding engine performance and precision handling, as well as its seamless electronic control systems and the industry leading YRC rider interface.

The 2018 YZF-R1M claims to be the most advanced production motorcycle ever produced by Yamaha. Featuring a crossplane engine and a wide range of sophisticated electronic control technology developed directly from the YZR-M1 Factory MotoGP race bikes, the YZF-R1M gives the high-demanding racer and track day rider the chance to realise his or her full potential.

The crossplane engine’s uneven 270° – 180° – 90° – 180° firing sequence gives each piston and con rod its own individual and separate movement to create a stronger low to mid range pulse – and this race-bred engine is also characterised by its exceptional exhaust growl. The electronics meanwhile work in the background to provide the rider seamless support to harness the power and achieve better lap times in any conditions.

Revised Öhlins Electronic Racing Suspension (ERS) 
The YZF-R1M’s exclusive Öhlins Electronic Racing Suspension (ERS) is the most advanced system in the Supersport class, and gives the rider a real advantage by adapting automatically and seamlessly to track conditions. This is done by instantly analysing data from the bike’s 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), and constantly and seamlessly making fine adjustments to the fork and shock settings.

For 2018 the YZF-R1M is equipped with the latest Smart EC 2 ERS that is the most sophisticated system ever developed byÖhlins for a production motorcycle. This new system offers increased intelligence for even more precise suspension dynamics while attacking the track, especially with the new brake support, acceleration support and corner support functions.

ERS prevents fork dive and minimises squat – and by using the YRC, the behaviour and characteristics of the ERS during braking, acceleration and cornering can be set up separately and individually. In addition, instead of setting compression and rebound as previously, now the rider can simply choose to select front and rear ‘firmness’ and the suspension will be adjusted accordingly.

With manual and automatic ERS adjustment options to choose from, the rider is able to dial the YZF-R1M in to achieve improved traction and stability during braking, acceleration and cornering. Together with the use of an updated tyre compound, the latest ERS gives improved front-end grip on this outstanding track bike that is already known for its razor sharp precision.

Updated Quick Shift System (QSS) 
The 2018 YZF-R1M is equipped with an even more sophisticated Quickshift System that is designed to ensure reliable and quick gearshifts without engaging the clutch.

While the 2017 YZF-R1M was already equipped with a QSS for seamless full throttle upshifts, the 2018 model benefits from an improved QSS that now also features a downshifting system.

This gives the YZF-R1M rider a significant advantage when changing down, because it not only helps to save fractions of a second on every lap, but also reduces the physical and mental input required by the rider during downshifting, and enables them to concentrate completely on entering the fast approaching corner.

YZF-R1M riders can also adjust the QSS settings and create their preferred settings using the Yamaha Ride Control (YRC) function on the full colour TFT instruments. The YRC offers a choice of two upshift settings: mode 1 being the fastest for performance riding, and mode 2 being smoother – and both the upshift and downshift functions can be turned on or off as required.

This adjustable QSS allows YZF-R1M riders to set the shift system up to match their own riding style and track conditions – and to keep the rider fully informed, the selected mode is displayed on the TFT display.

New ECU mapping and improved LIF 
In order to maintain optimal performance when accelerating hard, the YZF-R1M benefits from revised ECU mapping that enables the use of the new downshift mode on the Quickshift System.

Along with the revised ECU mapping, LIF has also been upgraded to become a more sophisticated system that closely monitors and regulates the power output when the IMU detects a sudden or strong elevation of the front wheel. By doing so it ensures improved control under acceleration, and enables the rider to concentrate fully on the track ahead, without the distraction created by unwanted front-end lift.

Lightweight carbon fairing with new finish 
One of the many exclusive features on the YZF-R1M is its carbon fairing, and in order to underline the bike’s exclusivity, the graphics have been revised for 2018 so that more of this ultra-light material is visible on the fairing panels.

YZF-R1M New Features for 2018

• Latest state-of-the-art Öhlins Electronic Racing Suspension (ERS)
• Enhanced ERS settings in Yamaha Ride Control (YRC)
• Updated Quick Shift System (QSS) with new downshift function
• Improved Lift control (LIF)
• New ECU mapping

YZF-R1M Key Features

• Latest generation Öhlins Electronic Racing Suspension (ERS)
• Communication Control Unit (CCU) with wireless remapping capabilities
• YZR-M1 inspired carbon bodywork
• 998cc 200PS crossplane 4-cylinder engine
• 6-axis IMU with Gyro / G sensors for 3D motion data
• Banking sensitive Traction Control / Slide Control
• Lift Control / Launch Control / wide 200 rear tyre
• Banking sensitive ABS / Unified Brake System
• Short wheelbase aluminium Deltabox frame
• Upward truss type swingarm
• Magnesium rear frame

Colour

• Silver Blu Carbon

Availability 
The 2018 YZF-R1M will be available in limited quantities via an online ordering system. Applications from interested riders and teams will be accepted from November 27th 2017 via https://r1m.yamaha-motor.eu/ and all customers will receive an invitation to the exclusive YRE (Yamaha Racing Experience).

2018 Yamaha YZF-R1
The YZF-R1 features much of the advanced electronic control technology seen on the YZF-R1M. It’s track record speaks for itself, with an Endurance World Championship title in 2017, a record breaking hat trick of victories at the prestigious Suzuka 8 Hours, as well as 2017 Le Mans and Bol d’Or 24 Hours race wins to its credit.

Updated Quick Shift System (QSS) 
The 2018 YZF-R1 is equipped with an updated Quick Shift System (QSS) that now offers seamless shifting during downshifting as well as upshifting. Together with its comprehensive suite of electronics that includes a 6-axis IMU, banking sensitive traction control and slide control – as well as front lift control and launch control, banking sensitive racing ABS and unified braking system (UBS) – the new QSS underlines the YZF-R1’s position as one of today’s most advanced Supersport models.

For 2018 the YZF-R1 will be available in updated colours.

YZF-R1 Key Features

• Updated Quick Shift System (QSS)
• 998cc, 200PS, crossplane, 4-cylinder engine
• Highly advanced electronic control systems
• 6-axis IMU with Gyro/G sensors for 3D motion data
• Banking sensitive Traction Control/Slide Control
• Front Lift Control and Launch Control
• Banking sensitive Racing ABS / Unified Brake System
• Short wheelbase aluminium Deltabox frame
• 199 kg wet weight
• Upward truss type swingarm / magnesium rear frame
• Magnesium wheels and aluminium fuel tank
• One-click adjustable riding modes
• Thin Film Transistor (TFT) LCD instruments

2018 Supersport Colours 
New, graphic and/or colour changed models in bold

YZF-R1M

• Silver Blu Carbon

YZF-R1

• Race Blu
• Tech Black

YZF-R6

• Race Blu
• Tech Black

YZF-R3

• Race Blu
• Power Black

YZF-R125

• Race Blu
• Radical Red
• Tech Black

YZF-R Series Availability

YZF-R1M

• March 2018

YZF-R1

• March 2018

YZF-R6

• January 2018

YZF-R3

• March 2018

YZF-R125

• November 2017

Yamaha Genuine Accessories
Yamaha offer a wide range of Genuine Accessories that is continually evolving to meet the needs of our customers. The latest lineup includes performance parts, slip-on mufflers and service items, as well as exclusive bolt on accessories that enable every rider to personalize their bike.

From mid-November onwards, YZF-R Series riders will be able to choose from our largest ever line-up of Yamaha Paddock Blue apparel and other items, and there’s an even bigger choice of kids items.

MyGarage App
Yamaha is making it even easier to create your dream YZF-R Series bike with our latest universal MyGarage app. Using this 3D model configurator, you can build your ultimate virtual Yamaha in minutes! With over 900,000 downloads, MyGarage is the most popular motorcycle configuration app.

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