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Yamaha YZF-R1
2002 Yamaha YZF-R1 (5PW)
2002 Yamaha YZF-R1 (5PW), in Icon Blue. The first R1 to feature fuel injection and a revised frame.
Icon Blue · Gloss
Black · Factory standard seat
This bike
PaintIcon Blue · Gloss
SeatBlack · Factory standard seat
Production
Years produced2002–2003
Where builtIwata, Japan
CategorySuperbike
Engine
EngineLiquid-cooled, 20-valve, DOHC, inline-four
Displacement998 cc
Cylinders4
Valves20
CoolingLiquid-cooled
Power152 bhp (154 PS) @ 10,500 rpm
Torque77.4 lb ft (105 Nm) @ 8,500 rpm
Fuel systemFuel injection
Drivetrain & performance
Gearbox6-speed
Final driveChain
Top speed170 mph (274 km/h)
0–60 mph3.0 seconds
¼ mile10.6 seconds @ 138 mph
Economy38 mpg (7.4 L/100km)
Range140 miles (225 km)
Chassis & dimensions
FrameAluminium Deltabox III
Suspension — front43 mm inverted forks, fully adjustable
Suspension — rearMonoshock, fully adjustable
Brakes — frontDual 298 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Brakes — rearSingle 220 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Wheels17-inch cast aluminium
Tyres120/70-ZR17 (F), 190/50-ZR17 (R)
Weight193 kg wet
Seat height820 mm
Wheelbase1,395 mm
Fuel capacity17 litres
Pricing
Price new (2002)£8,699 · $10,299
Estimated value now£4,500 – £6,500
In dollars$5,500 – $8,000
-37% vs new, at the midpoint. Values as at 4 November 2026. Basis: UK dealer listings and 2026 auction trends.
The first R1 to feature fuel injection and a revised frame.
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