The Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace motorcycle specifications include a 1,002 cc (61.14 cu in) engine, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 198 kg (436.5 lb).
Key specifications
The 1997 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Yamaha models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Yamaha database average.
About 82% higher than the Yamaha database average. Around the 85th percentile across Yamaha models.
Very close to the Yamaha database average. Around the 55th percentile across Yamaha models.
Yamaha database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Yamaha specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
1,002 cc — larger displacement than about 85% of Yamaha models.
795 mm — taller than about 55% of Yamaha models.
Mechanical overview
Engine specifications
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,002 cc (61.14 cu in) |
| Torque | 110.0 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) |
| Valves per cylinder | 5 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Starter | Electric |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Dual disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight | 198 kg (436.5 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 795 mm (31.3 inches) |
Performance
| Top speed | 275.0 km/h (170.9 mph) |
|---|---|
| Power/weight ratio | 0.7323 hp/kg |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Yamaha models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Yamaha information before relying on them. Visit the official Yamaha website.