Is the Yamaha YZF-R1M good for beginners?

The Yamaha YZF-R1M makes 200 PS (147.1 kW) @ 13500 rpm (Euro5 EU ~197 hp), so it is more bike than most riders want as a first motorcycle. It can be a great second bike once you have experience, and some markets sell a restricted version.

Is the Yamaha YZF-R1M good for shorter riders?

The Yamaha YZF-R1M has a tall 860mm seat, which can be a stretch for shorter riders. Look for a factory low seat, lowering links, or a low-suspension variant.

Is the Yamaha YZF-R1M good for touring?

The Yamaha YZF-R1M's 17L tank means more frequent fuel stops on a long trip. It can still tour, but a larger or auxiliary tank helps on big miles.

Yamaha YZF-R1M - specs, owners & reviews

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YZF-R1M

Yamaha · 2020–2026

Power: 200 HP
Torque: 113.3 NM
Kerb weight: 202 KG
Seat height: 860 MM

Engine: 998cc liquid-cooled inline-4, DOHC 16v, crossplane (CP4)
Displacement: 998 cc
Gearbox: 6-speed, up/down quickshifter (QSS)
Final drive: chain
Fuel: 17 L
Front brake: 2x 320mm discs, 4-piston radial calipers, ABS
Rear brake: 220mm disc, single-piston, ABS
Front suspension: 43mm Ohlins ERS electronic NPX gas fork
Rear suspension: Ohlins ERS electronic monoshock
Front tyre: 120/70 ZR17
Rear tyre: 200/55 ZR17

Engine 998ccDrive chainFuel 17 L

Service schedule

YZF-R1M

Yamaha · 2020–2026

Engine oil: 10,000 km / 12 months (US: ~6,000 km / 4,000 mi)
Valve check: 42,000 km / 26,600 mi (EU: 40,000 km)
Major service: 42,000 km / 4 years
Spark plugs: replace ~40,000 km (at valve service)
Air filter: replace ~40,000 km (at valve service)
Coolant: every 3 years
Brake fluid: every 2 years
Drive: chain clean/lube ~every 1,000 km; adjust as needed

Yamaha EU specs; Euro5, Ohlins ERS gen2.

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