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**leon_nerd** · 09-23-2008, 04:24 AM

Well the 09 R1 is a little disappointing for me. Not that I was going to buy it but I liked the older ones. I think the "exposed" projector headlamps looks kind of vulnerable. Moreover the rear looks fat and really ugly. It might be sharp, it might be agile but it doesn't "look" like one.

**rossiter** · 09-23-2008, 07:56 AM

Thanks Ken for breaking the news on the forum.

As I reported early August, I received info that the 09 R1 would be launched soon, and there was a chance that I could be able to attend the launch in Las Vegas. It so happened that I left for the US on business in 1st week of this month and was able to fly out to Las Vegas for a day and attend the launch, albeit after all the fanfare was over.

I even got a chance to ride the new R1 for about 150 miles and although the initial impressions overwhelmed me, I realised that I am not such a big fan of this iteration. More to follow soon.

**Aryan** · 09-23-2008, 08:17 AM

Originally posted by rossiter View Post

I even got a chance to ride the new R1 for about 150 miles and although the initial impressions overwhelmed me, I realised that I am not such a big fan of this iteration. More to follow soon.

A nice ride report won't hurt!

**R-series** · 09-23-2008, 07:36 PM

Originally posted by Puneet1 View Post

I think the Yamaha showroom in Mgf saket has the new R1 i went there today 2 admire the fz16,r15 ,mt01 n r1 .

though i liked the twin light front of the previos version better

not yet..they have the R1 colored in M1 graphics..but not the new one..
the guy told me it'' be displayed either late this year or early next year..

but gotta say..im so desperate to see such an advanced motor in real flesh

**ken cool** · 09-23-2008, 07:40 PM

Originally posted by R-series View Post

not yet..they have the R1 colored in M1 graphics..but not the new one..
the guy told me it'' be displayed either late this year or early next year..

but gotta say..im so desperate to see such an advanced motor in real flesh

The M1 graphicked R1 by KRP has been around since the beginning. Good thing you told us. I nearly hired a Taxi to go and check. Now I can shelve my problem.

**naman** · 09-23-2008, 08:13 PM

There were two R1 kept over there as on Sunday evening.

One 2008 black R1 with twin lights and the other one is M1 graphiced R1.

Also one MT-01 is on display.

**ken cool** · 09-23-2008, 08:20 PM

Originally posted by naman View Post

There were two R1 kept over there as on Sunday evening.

One 2008 black R1 with twin lights and the other one is M1 graphiced R1.

Also one MT-01 is on display.

Hey cm'on, either it is there or it is not. I have to book that cab!

**R-series** · 09-23-2008, 08:36 PM

Originally posted by ken cool View Post

Hey cm'on, either it is there or it is not. I have to book that cab!

@Ken_cool: u need not worry..which ever R1 is there..its not the 2009 model..so u can need not take any hassels. they have the MT01 which i know u have seen, the 2 R1s that are there one is the stock 2008 R1 and the other is the Fiat Yamaha M1 type..got slick tyres as well, if ur interested

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**ken cool** · 09-23-2008, 10:02 PM

Originally posted by R-series View Post

@Ken_cool: u need not worry..which ever R1 is there..its not the 2009 model..so u can need not take any hassels. they have the MT01 which i know u have seen, the 2 R1s that are there one is the stock 2008 R1 and the other is the Fiat Yamaha M1 type..got slick tyres as well, if ur interested

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I know the M1. It was prepared by KRP. About the other R1, if you say, I will not book my cab as yet.

Edit: And I am still waiting for First Synn's first post on the new xBhp resurrected.

**KwokFist** · 09-23-2008, 11:21 PM

The bike looks good.. but waitin for ross's and synner's posts... this should be a really good bike

**R-series** · 09-24-2008, 02:02 PM

Originally posted by inder.cool View Post

How come Yamaha has provided only 2 headlights(1 at each side).. this time in the '09 model(instead of 4 till the '08 one)..!!??

well the advantage the new R1 holds with that same front is..slight weight reduction by loss of 1 set of headlights and bigger air intakes for better ram jet effect

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not to mention that those projector type lamps look deadly too

**ken cool** · 09-24-2008, 02:20 PM

At that amazing level, there is more to motorcycle manufacturing than just a set of headlights. I hope people are noticing the HUGE difference there is in that small part that connects the two wheels called the motor which has been effectively relegated to near oblivion in our part of the world where all that matters is stickers, colours, lampshades and such like paraphernalia!

**cosgeo99** · 09-24-2008, 03:46 PM

I agree with ken but then too I loved the projector lamps. The lamps look really naked and with the black intakes in the background give the R a deadly look. I sort of like as of now

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The bike looks a bit bulky & muscular than the 2008 ver. Hope this doesnot effect itz ride quality.

The yam guy in mumbai said it will be available in mid of 2009

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Does the R have optional ABS like the CBR.

**the_pulsator** · 09-24-2008, 07:23 PM

thanx for all the info guys!!..
i myself kinda like the new r1 more.. and as ken mentioned earlier, for bikes at these levels its the engines that count more than anything..
ciao'

**ken cool** · 09-24-2008, 07:27 PM

Originally posted by cosgeo99 View Post

I agree with ken but then too I loved the projector lamps. The lamps look really naked and with the black intakes in the background give the R a deadly look. I sort of like as of now

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The bike looks a bit bulky & muscular than the 2008 ver. Hope this doesnot effect itz ride quality.

The yam guy in mumbai said it will be available in mid of 2009

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Does the R have optional ABS like the CBR.

I do not think there is ABS on any Race Replicas. Correct me if I am wrong.

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