Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Yamaha YZF-R1?
Carfocal currently has 2 published YZF-R1 reports, covering 2024 through 2025. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2025 Yamaha YZF-R1 presents an exceptionally strong reliability profile, with zero recalls or complaints filed with NHTSA.
Published year coverage: 2024, 2025.
Is the Yamaha YZF-R1 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Yamaha YZF-R1. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2025 yamaha yzf-r1 presents an exceptionally strong reliability profile, with zero recalls or complaints filed with nhtsa. and given its stellar reliability record, the 2025 yamaha yzf-r1 should hold its value well, especially if well-maintained. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
2 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Yamaha YZF-R1?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2024 through 2025.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 2
- Years tracked
- 2
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints