Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace

Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace
Manufacturer Yamaha
Production 1996-2005
Predecessor Yamaha FZR1000
Successor Yamaha YZF-R1
Class Sport bike
Engine 1,003 cc (61.2 cu in) Liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC 20-valve
Bore / stroke 75.5 mm × 56 mm (2.97 in × 2.20 in)
Top speed 186 mph (299 km/h)
Power 158 hp (118 kW) @ 10,000 rpm (claimed)
137.2 hp (102.3 kW) (rear wheel)
Torque 78.3 lb⋅ft (106.2 N⋅m) (rear wheel)
Transmission Constant Mesh 5-Speed.
Suspension Front 48 mm fork fully adjustable
Rear mono shock fully adjustable
Wheelbase 1,430 mm (56 in)
Dimensions L: 2,085 mm (82.1 in)
W: 740 mm (29 in)
Seat height 795 mm (31.3 in)
Weight 435 lb (197 kg) (dry)
512 lb (232 kg) (wet)
Related Yamaha YZF600R

The Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace was a motorcycle produced by Yamaha from 1996 until 2005.

The YZF1000R was a stop-gap bike from the FZR1000 to the YZF-R1 and produced from existing parts bins. The Thunderace five-valve four-cylinder engine was derived from the FZR1000, and the frame was adapted from the YZF750R. The Genesis engine has undergone some changes aimed at improving mid-range power rather than the maximum output, which remains 158 bhp (118 kW). The rotating mass of crankshaft and pistons have been lightened to improve throttle response, and new carburetors equipped with “Throttle Position Sensors” give the ignition some more data to help control the EXUP valve in the exhaust pipe.

References

Reviews

  • Motofomo.com
  • Motorcycle.com
  • Classic-Motorbikes.net

Manuals

  • Owner’s Manual YZF1000R
  • Owner’s Manual YZF1000RJ & YZF1000RJC
  • Haynes Service & Repair Manual YZF750R & YZF750SP (1993 – 1998) / YZF1000 Thunderace (1996 – 2000)


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