NEW FOR 2006:
FEATURES & BENEFITS
* Special 50th Anniversary Yellow/Black paint with a numberedserial plate and gold Marchesini wheels; only 500 of thesemachines will be produced.
* GP tech trickles down: Revised rigidity of the main framebetween the engine mounts and steering head, a new,more rigid lower triple clamp and a 20mm longer swingarmproduce the best-handling R1 ever.
* hlins 43mm front fork and rear shock, fully adjustable, withhydraulic preload adjuster at the rear, provide ultimatehandling on the track and the street.
* Slipper clutch for smooth downshifts; revised clutch boss forincreased oil flow.
* Shorter valve guides increase intake flow and reduce friction,for more power.
* Adjustable rear-shock linkage allows 10mm of ride heightadjustability; the longer swingarm accepts a greater rangeof rear tire sizes.
* Integrated lap timer switch on the right handlebar fortrack days.
* Gold drive chain, gold M1-style tuning fork fuel tank badge,define this special R1 as a production racer.
ENGINE:
* Short-stroke 998cc, DOHC, 20-valve, liquid-cooled, inlinefour-cylinder engine now produces 183 horsepower(with Ram-Air) at an amazing 12,500 rpm.
* Dual-valve fuel injection system uses motor-driven secondarythrottle valves and 32-bit ECU for super-responsive,instantaneous power delivery.
* Two-piece ergonomically designed fuel tank carries fuel in therear section, for good centralization of mass, while the fronthalf contains a Ram-Air-fed airbox for increased power.
* Lay-down design cylinder head - 40 forward - optimizesweight distribution, straightens intake tracts for improvedcylinder filling, and allows frame to pass over instead ofaround the engine for great strength and a narrow chassis.
* Closed-deck cylinder block provides great strength whileallowing a narrow engine in spite of big, 77mm bores.
* Narrow-angle five-valve combustion chambers produce ahighly efficient 12.4:1 compression ratio. Big valves andhigh-lift cams flow plenty of air.
* Carburized connecting rods with fractured big ends produce aquick-revving engine with excellent high-rpm durability.
* High silicon-content ceramic-composite cylinder sleevesensure great heat dissipation for consistent power deliveryand reduced friction.
* Titanium underseat exhaust system (except for stainless steelmidpipe with catalyst) contains a titanium EXUP valve for abroad, seamless powerband.
* High-efficiency curved radiator and an aluminum liquidcooledoil cooler maintain stable operating temperature.
* Direct ignition coils, dual-electrode spark plugs and highoutputmagneto deliver extremely accurate, reliable firing.
* AC generator behind cylinder block produces a narrow enginewith excellent cornering clearance.
CHASSIS/SUSPENSION:
* Overall frame width of only 15.6 inches produces comfortableergonomics as well as efficient aerodynamic penetration.
* Controlled Fill die cast, truss-type swingarm is very strongand long, for optimal traction and feedback.
* Controlled Fill die cast, detachable aluminum subframe islight, strong and allows easy rear shock access.
* Dual 320mm front disc brakes; light/strong, forged one-pieceradial-mount calipers and Brembo radial-pump front mastercylinder with adjustable lever delivers amazing braking powerand controllability.
Fully adjustable hlins inverted telescopic front fork settingswere carefully developed by MotoGP Championship-winningtechnicians to provide track-tuned handling.
* Fully adjustable hlins rear shock was also developed byMotoGP technicians, and includes a super-convenienthydraulic preload adjuster.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES:
* Two multi-reflector and two projector beam headlights providegreat illumination and distinctive style.
* Adjustable LCD illumination and multi-function digitalgauges: adjustable shift light, odometer, dual tripmeters,water temperature, air temperature, full-time clock, lap timerand large 15,000 rpm analog tachometer.
* Aggressive bodywork with twin Ram-Air intakes for increasedengine performance.* LED taillight is light, bright and highly efficient.
* Sticky 120/70-ZR17 and 190/50-ZR17 Pirelli tires for incrediblegrip and precise handling.
* Forged footpegs are extra durable and light.
* Extensive use of hollow bolts and lightweight fasteners helpstrim overall weight.
* 8.2 AH battery is compact and light.
* Durable #530 O-ring-sealed drive chain.
* Standard toolkit located in convenient storage compartmentunder passenger seat.
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