EICMA 2025: Yamaha YZF-R1 2026 70th Anniversary Edition. It's Beautiful
Yamaha's booth lit up EICMA today with the 2026 YZF-R1 70th Anniversary Edition – a cosmetic homage to seven decades of racing heritage, wrapping the liter-class superbike in classic blue/white speed block livery.
Jonathan Zialcita / News Moto - November 4, 2025
Yamaha's booth lit up EICMA today with the 2026 YZF-R1 70th Anniversary Edition – a cosmetic homage to seven decades of racing heritage, wrapping the liter-class superbike in classic blue/white speed block livery. It's an optional upgrade on the refined 2026 R1 platform, blending timeless style with track-honed tech. US MSRP: $19,199 base, +$500 for anniversary kit; EU ~€19,000. Dealers from March 2026.
Booth draw: The anniversary R1 joins R7/R3/R9 siblings in retro garb, drawing crowds for photo ops amid carbon aero demos.
Booth focus: Anniversary R1 shines alongside R7/R3/R9 in retro colors; interactive IMU demos and carbon aero displays pull crowds.
70th Anniversary R1 vs. standard R1: Identical core setup (no power/chassis changes); anniversary adds cosmetic kit only – livery, badge, seat embroidery for ~$500 premium.
Full specs:
Engine & Performance
- Engine Type: 998cc liquid-cooled, inline four-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve
- Crossplane Crankshaft (CP4) Technology derived directly from Yamaha’s YZR-M1 MotoGP® race bike
- Bore x Stroke: 79.0mm × 50.9mm
- Compression Ratio: 13.0:1
- Fuel Delivery: Yamaha Fuel Injection with YCC-T (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle)
- Transmission: 6-speed with Quick Shift System (QSS)
- Clutch Type: Assist and Slipper Clutch
- Power: 200 hp @ 13,500 rpm
- Torque: 113 Nm @ 11,500 rpm
Chassis & Suspension
- Frame: Lightweight aluminum Deltabox frame for optimized rigidity and feedback
- Front Suspension: Fully adjustable 43mm KYB® inverted fork with independent high/low-speed compression and rebound damping (120mm travel)
- Rear Suspension: KYB® fully adjustable link-type monoshock (120mm travel)
- Wheelbase: 1,405mm (55.3 in)
- Seat Height: Approx. 855mm (33.7 in)
- Rake/Trail: 24° / 102mm
Brakes & Wheels
- Front Brakes: Dual 320mm discs with Brembo® Stylema monobloc calipers and Brembo® master cylinder
- Rear Brake: 220mm disc with single-piston caliper
- Wheels: Lightweight cast aluminum wheels (17-inch; 120/70 front, 200/55 rear Bridgestone RS11 tires)
Electronics & Rider Aids Suite
- Six-Axis IMU providing real-time motion data for precision control
- Traction Control System (TCS)
- Slide Control System (SCS)
- Lift Control System (LIF)
- Launch Control System (LCS)
- Engine Brake Management (EBM)
- Brake Control (BC) with cornering ABS
- Riding Modes: Selectable Power Modes with customizable settings
- Ride-by-Wire YCC-T for instant throttle response
- Full-color TFT Instrument Display (6.5-inch; Y-Connect app integration)
- Cruise control; self-canceling signals
Aerodynamics & Design
- MotoGP®-Inspired Carbon Fiber Winglets for increased downforce and front-end stability
- Aggressive R-Series Styling with aerodynamic bodywork and compact tail section
- Lightweight LED Headlights and Position Lights
Special Edition Features – 70th Anniversary Edition
- Exclusive White and Red Speed Block Livery
- 70th Anniversary Commemorative Badge
- Embroidered seat; unique badging
Dimensions & Capacity (approximate)
- Wet Weight: Around 201 kg (443 lbs)
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 17 liters (4.5 US gal)
- Length x Width x Height: 2,065mm x 690mm x 1,145mm
