Yamaha launched the first YZF-R1M in 1998, and since then until 2015, it went through several technological changes. Recently, the Japanese automaker announced the launch of an upgraded version of the bike, which is expected to be better. In addition, Yamaha has released a detailed specification of the bike, and it seems the bike will be completely overhauled from the inside and outside with an array of smart features.

The most exciting part is that the YZF-R1M may get the MotoGP racing DNA infusion straight from the tracks. Likewise, the engine and aerodynamics of the motorcycle shall receive some extreme up-gradation to be classified as one from the true racing breed.

Apart from the exterior design and engine upgrades, every part of this bike will be reconstructed by using several cutting-edge technologies, and here's a glimpse at what this new generation Yamaha YZF-R1M shall look like.

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The MotoGP Engine: Racing DNA Unleashed

The 2021 Yamaha YZF-R1M's powerful black engine.
An Image Of The 2021 Yamaha YZF-R1M's Engine

The YZF-R1M will carry a racing-grade CP4 998cc inline four-cylinder DOHC engine powered by Yamaha's magnificent cross-plane crankshaft technology. The motorcycle will inherit this feature from the YZR-M1 MotoGP racing bike, facilitating equalization of inertial forces at the crankshaft to produce a higher torque boost of 82.6 lb-ft with 197 to 200 horsepower.

To make the engine lightweight, the intake valves and pistons shall be made of Titanium, increasing the engine's capability with an enhanced over-rev ability. The cylinder blocks will be fitted separately from the crankshaft to reduce friction load on pistons and bores. The newly developed YCC-T and YCC-I fuel injectors shall further improve fuel atomization due to a smaller and shorter intake tract.

The engine power will be controlled by a 6-speed close-ratio transmission that will facilitate maximum power utilization of the high-rev CP4 engine. The freshly improved transmission system may integrate input and output shafts to make the engine more compact and optimize the bike's balance. Furthermore, the advanced transmission will be coupled with multiple assists, and a slipper clutch for a smoother downshift without hampering the torque.

The Cutting-Edge Digital Features

The driver's view from the 2021 Yamaha YZF-R1M.
An Image Of The 2021 Yamaha YZF-R1M's Speedometer

The YZF-R1M shall ship with an entire package of innovative electronic features that could replace many of its manually controlled systems in its powertrain and in other mechanisms. Firstly, the throttle system of the bike will have the Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCCT), which will eliminate the conventional throttle cables. This system will use sensors to identify throttle inputs by the rider to trigger the throttle valves, which will be complemented by Yamaha's Chip Controlled Intake (YCC-I) to broaden the distribution of engine power across the range of RPM.

The riders of this bike may experience a higher level of balancing and handling convenience with Yamaha's Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) - a MotoGP standard feature that can be seen in this bike. Its unit shall comprise a gyro sensor and G-sensor accelerometer that will calculate the bike's movement on all six axes in 3D space at a rate of 125 calculations per second. The unit will then feed these calculations into the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to generate precise bikes' position data, which will then be used for rider's assistance powered by the Yamaha Ride Control (YRC).

The new YZF-R1M will be powered by an advanced GPS data logging system that will be integrated with a smartphone application compatible with Android and iOS platforms. This system will record the bike settings for each lap and download the data in the app. In addition, the mechanism will allow the rider to update the settings as per their preference for the next ride.

The bike shall have many other intelligent features for the rider to smoothly and safely handle its high speed. The inclusion of Engine Brake Management (EBM) is a possibility that will allow smooth corner entry by braking the engine in three levels. The Power Delivery Mode (PWR) shall be there to enable the rider to adjust throttle responsiveness and overall power. The Traction Control System (TCS) will be featured with lean angle sensitivity that will calculate the speed difference between front and rear wheel, even in a lean position, to reduce excessive wheel spin during high acceleration.

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The Lightweight Racing Inspired Body

The front of the 2021 Yamaha YZF-R1M bike.
An Image Of The 2021 Yamaha YZF-R1M's Front

The Yamaha YZF-R1M will be ready for a high-speed race track ride with a compact aluminum delta box frame integrated with a magnesium subframe and a polished aluminum swingarm. The new chassis will be ultra-light yet super strong. There is extensive use of carbon fiber with a similar built tail section for the rest of the body.

On the front, the oil-filled suspension will be replaced with an Ohlins Nitrogen gas charged NPX fork to offer consistent damping together with Ohlins Electronic Racing Suspension (ERS). This will use the riding data from ECU, such as speed, lean angle, acceleration, and brake pressure to offer a range of tuning modes for suspension as per riding conditions. The braking of this bike will be powered by a 4-piston 320 mm rotor disc on the front and a 220 mm rear disc with a compact floating caliper.

For further weight reduction and balanced handling, the conventional alloy wheels shall be replaced by 10-spoke cast magnesium wheels with Bridgestone RS11 racing tires. The lights, including the headlight, turn signals, and taillight, will be featured with bright LEDs. In addition, the rider will be flattered with a vibrant TFT rider information display that will display regular information with front brake pressure, G-force data, lap timing, gear position, and other settings.

Yamaha is reincarnating the YZF-R1M as a racing beast with all new smart electronic features. The YZF-R1 is already a popular model of the company, evident from its 23 year-long presence in the market. The new cutting-edge modification will surely add many more years and admirers to its credit. Moreover, with all the expected upgrades, Yamaha YZF-R1M will be a strong contender of its contemporary rivals, such as Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special, Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special Harley-Davidson Road King, and Ducati Panigale V4 S.

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