Global InformationYamaha YZF1000R Thunderace information
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| Manufacturer | Yamaha |
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| Production | 1996-2005 |
| Predecessor | Yamaha FZR1000 |
| Successor | Yamaha YZF-R1 |
| Class | Sport bike |
| Engine | 1,002 cc Liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC 20-valve[1] |
| Top speed | 186 mph (299 km/h)[2] |
| Power | 158 hp (118 kW) @ 10,000 rpm (claimed)[3] 137.2 hp (102.3 kW) (rear wheel)[2] |
| Torque | 78.3 lb⋅ft (106.2 N⋅m) (rear wheel)[2] |
| Transmission | Constant Mesh 5-Speed, 6- Speed upgrade using YZF750R gearbox |
| 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)[2] (wet) |
| Related | Yamaha YZF600R |
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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.[4][3][permanent dead link] The Thunderace five-valve four-cylinder engine was derived from the FZR1000, and the frame was adapted from the YZF750R.[5] 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.
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- ^ Mackenzie, Niall (September 28, 2010). "Niall's Spin: YZF1000R Thunderace". Visordown. Retrieved November 2, 2017.
- ^ MacKellar, Colin; Edwards, Ken (2012-04-01). "1996 Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace - Motorcycle.com". motorcycle.com. Retrieved 2023-08-02.