Say hello to 2023 Yamaha R1 GYTR Pro 25th Anniversary Limited Edition

KUALA LUMPUR: Yamaha is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the iconic R1 with the introduction of the new R1 GYTR Pro 25th Anniversary Limited Edition. This special edition of the superbike is an ultimate track-only machine with only 25 units to be offered exclusively in the European market.

As the name suggests, the 2023 Yamaha R1 GYTR Pro is kitted with Genuine Yamaha Technology Racing (GYTR) pro components, including - 

• A carbon fibre rear subframe
• A modified fuel tank lowering the centre of gravity
• Magneti Marelli ECU

The bike is developed by the same Yamaha Motor Research and Development Europe racing engineers responsible for the World Championship winning R1 WorldSBK machine.

As for the suspension, the ultimate R1 superbike benefits from an Ohlins FGR front fork and TTX mono shock with a pneumatic preload adjuster. Helping the bike stop are Brembo brakes at both ends.

The bike is finished in an exclusive red, white, and black livery, which pays homage to the first generation Yamaha R1 introduced in 1998. The all-around carbon fibre bodywork of the special R1 is lightweight and promises optimal aerodynamic performance.

The special 25th Anniversary model also comes equipped with advanced electronic software rider aids, like anti-wheelie, traction control, launch control, engine braking management, and adjustable fueling.

Powering the R1 GYTR Pro 25th Anniversary edition is a 998-cc, liquid-cooled, 4-cylinder engine that generates a maximum power of 200 PS and a peak torque of 113 Nm.

Upon introducing the special-edition R1, Eric de Seynes, President and CEO, Yamaha Motor Europe, said, “The launch of the GYTR Pro range of performance parts is a proud moment for everyone at Yamaha Motor Europe. Now we are able to offer technology developed in tandem with our WorldSBK and EWC race programs directly to our customers.”

Adding to that, Andrea Dosoli, Road Racing Manager, Yamaha Motor Europe, said: “We have developed the range of GYTR Pro performance parts alongside our World Superbike and Endurance World Championship race programs, to enable us to offer our customers the opportunity to experience a level of performance that is truly unique.”

The 2023 Yamaha R1 GYTR Pro 25th Anniversary Limited Edition is priced at EUR 159 000 (approximately equal to RM 801,479).

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