Yamaha was compelled to put an end to the production of the illustrious YZF-R6 in 2020 as a result of the most recent European emissions rules.
Despite this, Team Blue continues to this day to make the renowned supersport available in a track-only edition. In 2022, the YZF-R1 continues to be Iwata’s flagship sportbike for use on public roads; however, the company now offers a race-prepared version of the R1 to go along with the GYTR (Genuine Yamaha Team Racing) R6.
The closed-circuit superbike is not simply an R1 with its lights removed and its fairings sprayed with white primer. It is far more advanced than that.
This R1 completely delivers on the performance potential of the platform, thanks to the addition of more than 25 GYTR components and an Akrapovic exhaust system designed with racing in mind.
Yamaha manufactures the track missile in accordance with the regulations of the FIM Stock 1000 class, but the company also provides track riders and racers with an extensive range of adjustability.
Not only does the renowned 998cc, CP4 (inline-four) engine of this manufacturer not have a catalyzer in its exhaust, but it also has other advantages.
Tuners are able to extract the greatest output possible from the power unit thanks to a GYTR ECU and a new wire harness. Meanwhile, improved gearing and Bridgestone R11 tires transfer all of that energy to the asphalt.
Brake lines made of stainless steel braiding, a GYTR steel piston caliper kit, and Brembo Z04 brake pads improve stopping power, consistency, and feel. These upgrades are necessary for effectively harnessing the vehicle’s potential.
When it comes to the controls, a set of race handlebars now comes with a billet front brake lever guard, and racing rear sets now feature the highly requested GP-shift arrangement.
The GYTR R1 is finished off with a few GB Racing engine covers, an R-Series 520 chain, and a racing windshield, but Yamaha has one more trick up its sleeve with the GYTR Pro series.
The vast collection, which was previewed on the R1 GYTR Pro VR46 and given to Valentino Rossi in 2021, gives consumers the opportunity to improve their track-only literbike to meet the criteria of the Superbike World Championship (WSBK).
The following are some of the components that are included in the GYTR Pro range:
- GYTR Pro Handlebars
- GYTR Pro Akrapovic system
- GYTR Pro Brake lever protector
- GYTR Pro Triple clamp
- GYTR Pro Clutch
- GYTR Pro Side steering damper with bracket and clamp
- GYTR Pro MB radiator
- GYTR Pro screen
- GYTR Pro Dashboard
- GYTR Pro Handlebar switches
- GYTR Pro Marelli electronics (customized)
- GYTR Pro Airducts for brake calipers
- GYTR Pro Brake lines
- GYTR Pro Carbon cowling set
- GYTR Pro Swingarm
- GYTR Pro large capacity and low gravity fuel tank
- GTTR Pro Carbon rear subframe
- GYTR Pro Brembo wheel adaptors (front and rear) to fit in the Öhlins FGR400 front forks and the inverted swingarm
- GYTR Pro Dash support
Yamaha is actually making its race-proven technology more accessible to the general public by offering such a comprehensive assortment.
Unfortunately, the bLU cRU has not yet revealed information on cost or availability, but we anticipate that an update will be provided before the end of the year.