2013 Yamaha YZF-R1, With back-to-back Supersbike Championships, the MotoGP-inspired R1 is one of the most innovative open-class sportbikes in the world. MotoGP, the highest form of motorcycle road racing in the world, is where many of the high performance features found ont he 2013 Yamaha R1 have been developed. From the 7 position traction control system to the revolutionary crossplane crank design with an uneven firing order, the 2013 R1 is the most advanced sport bike Yamaha has ever produced. Powered by a 998cc in-line 4 cylinder engine, the Yamaha R1 offers and incredible high rpm rush, plus the rich torque of a twin. The Back to Back Superbike Champion! With back to back Superbike Championships and packed with MotoGP technology, the 2013 YZF-R1 is the most advanced bike ont he planet. And unlike anything else. Thats because its the worlds first motorcycle with a crossplane crankshaft. Resulting in incredibly smooth power delivery and outrageous torque for a rush like never before. From the track to the street, the R1 truly is "the 1." On the road or track the R1 rewards the rider like no other large-capacity supersport machine. Power is about control and the R1 engine design, D-Modes, Traction Control and chassis design provide excellent controllability in a variety of conditions. The feeling of total confidence in your machines abilities is one of the most important qualities that any bike can offer, and creates a special bond between the rider and machine, enabling the owner to exploit the enormous potential of this outstanding motorcycle.