Yamaha YZF R1 Tire Size
The Yamaha YZF R1 (998cc) takes a 120/70-ZR17 front tire and a 190/55-ZR17 rear tire.
Key takeaways
- Front tire: 120/70-ZR17.
- Rear tire: 190/55-ZR17.
- Any tire made in the same size fits - shop across brands on price and grip.
- Covers 1999-2023 (size changed across years - see table).
Buy tires for your Yamaha YZF R1
These are the OEM sizes. Any tire made in the same size fits the rim - so you can shop across brands (Michelin, Dunlop, Pirelli, Shinko, and more) on price, grip, and mileage. Replace front and rear as a matched set where you can.
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Yamaha YZF R1 tire sizes by year
| Years | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| 2009-2023 | 120/70-ZR17 | 190/55-ZR17 |
| 2006-2008 | 120/70-ZR17 | 190/50-ZR17 |
| 2005 | 120/70-ZR17 | 180/55-ZR17 |
| 2004 | 120/70-ZR17 | 190/50-ZR17 |
| 2001-2002 | 120/70-ZR17 | 190/50-ZR17 |
| 1999 | 120/70-ZR17 | 190/50-ZR17 |
Frequently asked
What size tires does a Yamaha YZF R1 take?
The Yamaha YZF R1 takes a 120/70-ZR17 front tire and a 190/55-ZR17 rear tire. See the by-year table for other years.
Can I fit a different brand of tire on a Yamaha YZF R1?
Yes - any tire made in the same size fits the rim, so you can choose across brands (Michelin, Dunlop, Pirelli, Shinko, and others) on price, grip, and mileage. Keep front and rear a matched pair where you can.
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