2021 Yamaha YZF-R1M Review | MC Commute
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- Опубліковано 22 бер 2021
- Yamaha was the first Japanese sportbike to go head to head against its European rivals in the realm of high-end carbon fiber-clad limited-edition superbikes with its original YZF-R1M. Fast-forward to today and the Tuning Fork brand continues to offer something special with its 2021 YZF-R1M ($26,099).
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It’s no secret Yamaha went in a racy direction with its current YZF-R1. The seat is tall, the clip-on-style bars low, and the rider’s rearsets are tucked up high. But with the addition of the R1M’s Öhlins semi-active suspension it becomes a surprisingly versatile literbike. With a few swipes of a button, the R1 goes from mild (pleasingly cushy for a sportbike) to wild (firm damping with loads of feel). However, it does have a cost, tacking on another $8,700.
For that extra cash you also get full carbon fiber bodywork (including tailsection) and Yamaha’s GPS-powered telemetry system that sits atop the passenger tail cowl. Yamaha also includes a traditional passenger seat. Because the telemetry system is 6 years old, the user interface is a tad clunky when used on an iOS-enabled smartphone (the Y-TRAC and YRC Setting apps are Android compatible too). Another gripe is you have to physically remove the rear cowl (with a T30 Torx head) to access the unit’s Wi-Fi password.
But hold the throttle wide open for a few moments and these gripes fade away and are replaced with a euphoric burst of adrenaline. The R1′s 998cc CP4 inline-four is a thing of mechanical beauty. It delivers huge power, to the tune of 165 hp at the business end of the 200-series Bridgestone Battlax RS11 rubber.
Even better is the engine’s sound, delivering a unique guttural roar that sounds like no other motorcycle made…aside from Valentino Rossi’s YZR-M1 MotoGP prototype. An electric up-and-down quickshifter makes for immediate gear exchanges between each of the six transmission cogs.
A tour de force in the electronics department, this YZF comes with all the bells and whistles. But our favorite feature is the enhanced throttle response courtesy of Yamaha’s tweaked ride-by-wire throttle. This boosts the usability of Power Mode 1 (the highest power setting), even in a casual street setting as compared to the original R1M.
Adjustable engine-brake control is another pleasing upgrade. However the electronics perform so well that the added momentum in EBM 2 or 3 during corner entry can tax the stopping capability of the triple-disc hydraulic brakes at an elevated track pace. This creates dreaded front brake fade. Thankfully this condition can be mitigated by selecting the standard engine-brake setting (EBM 1).
Aside from the occasionally fade-prone front brakes, clunky telemetry UI, and the now-too-small iPhone 5-sized color dash display (it was awesome in 2015!) there’s still a lot to love about the ’21 YZF-R1M. It accelerates like a bat out of hell with a polished character and charisma typical of European superbikes. And with the addition of the R1M’s fantastic Öhlins semi-active suspension, the R1 becomes a more friendly streetbike versus the base model.
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"This motorcycle cost $8000 dollars..."😯
"....MORE than the standard R1"☹
Had me for a second 😂
Right! I was about to order a couple ASAP
Bro foreal!
good slow roll
25k is still cheap it costs 50k here 😆
Likewise 😂
"Sorry guys, I got carried away with my speed"
Translation: "I saw that C7 Corvette and had to show him who's the boss"
😁
That moment was gold for me. Totally get that initial rush and temptation and quick back sliding to avoid being caught .... LOL
Adam kinda had to!
...that’s a camaro
@@brodycaruso5394 Oh it is too. Haha
That’s a camaro
Another outstanding review video Adam! I would love to ride this motorcycle! The sound is incredible!
Greeting from the UK! Your product knowledge is unbelievable and would shame an experienced salesman. I know it's your business but it's impressive nevertheless and I really enjoy these 'Commute' reviews!
Wow! Love your reviews. So Knowledgeable
I just sat on the r1 and zx10r today.... The r1 is tight and the zx-10r is more comfortable... The r6 is more comfortable than the r1 too.. But I want the r1
i find the “sit on” impressions to be best with the S1000rr. (5’10”, 180lbs.). Im going multistrada soon though so count me out.
Get it bro, I got the 2020 and it’s a dreamboat, I’ve riden for an hour max then my ass gets sore but that’s normal on any crotch rocket
Go for R1 ,,,you won't regret I got black R1 2020 and it's just perfect
same
Oh yes ... I'm out too bought a dyna low rider and sooner or later a road glide... I'm done
Adam would you choose the R1M over the BMW S1000rr?
Another excellent review, Adam. Good job! And your hair looks great too...
He's back!
Sup Adam!!!!! 👍Great job as always yo 🙌
Nice review and road test. I love Yamaha and Want one myself to enjoy Riding & Shifting.. 👍😎😷
I enjoy mine for the Turning & Accelerating
Great, great review. 10/10
1:21 OhLEEEEEAAAAAANNNS
Actually closer to the original swedish name compared to everyone who says oh-linns. Source: i am swedish. The ’i’ is like a sharp ’ee’ sound in english. Closest comparison.
@@HeyAddieImTojo Ok thanks for clarifying. Still made me laugh
@@Stratocasterhead51 yeah i agree, it sure did
What kind of commute is this? He works on a bridge in a the middle of nowhere? Where is the backing it in test and the wheelie test?
This may be a stupid question but, do manufacturers, honda, Yamaha, kawasaki, Suzuki, etc., coat the inside of the gas tanks with something to prevent gas from corroding?
I like that you can disable the wheelie control because you know, that’s kinda the point of having a sport bike. Lol
What is the shift pattern for the 2021. I have a deposit on a 2022 and I am trying to figure out if they are still gp shift like the earlier R1M's.
Very nice bike. Nice video 👍
Gracias eres muy bueno,tenía dudas en velocidad de crucero 🇺🇲
Love semiactive suspension. Magic carpet ride
I'll wait till next year to see if they bring out a new model shape and model of the R1 m
Awesome 😍
Mr. Waheed, the factory recommended tire pressure always seems to be 42r/36f but everyone seems to run alot lower, such as 34r/30f. What is the idea pressure for commuting and canyon riding?
I think it depends on a lot of factors to be honest over my 20 years of riding. Depends on the bike, rider weight and the tyres you are using. I tend to opt for slightly higher pressures as my body weight is a bit above average. Always good to try things yourself
Is it normal to feel some vibrations when accelerating hard from low rpms like 3000rpm?
Thanks Adam!! 👍👍
Im assuming its the crossplane configuration thats causing the vibration. I have a 2023 r1m
Waiting for Adam give his invaluable take on the 2022 Hayabusa
Adam where did you get your suit? I love the color ways it reminds me of boba Fett! I would love to get something similar
how would this bike fit for someone like me who is 6 foot 3 inches?
Re the ABS on my 2018 Fireblade the ABS was shocking on track installed Brembo RCS19 costa corta master cylinder which improved braking no end , then bypassed the ABS for even better results.
wait a min, serious question.. its just.. black? what happened to the carbon fiber? surely its not STILL carbon fiber and they just then painted over it?! what the hell am i looking at? their website shows no cosmetic changes for the 2021 year.
Perfect commuter bike
I just don't like side exhaust all new designs on the old 06,07 under belly exhaust look way more Sexier then newer one's
Agreed
@@sarinmurlidar4076 from the side without the R1 sticker it would look like a R6
Is semi active adjusts in real time, what is fully active?
Amazing review! As always!
ahhh my dream bike wishing someday i can afford this one
Same dud
Can you make a review of the new 2021 BMW S1000R naked bike? Love your vids btw!!!
Why are you covering the make number badge but not on the track videos?Just curious 🧐
Why did you put tape over the limited model number 0431? ;-)
Adam British MotoGP this year travel limitations depending? Bring the cowboy hat 👊💙
When people ask what is the best motorcycle or the fastest. Not a simple explanation. Ultimately a motorcycle is a tool. Some riders perform better with the right tool. The rider makes the difference when the bikes are so evenly matched.
Big bang gang!
The main man 👍
Beautiful bike but I was going to type that the R1 is getting too pricey. Then I looked at the msrp for the Ninha zx10rr. Sheesh.
Is this a limited production bike?
My God, that thing's a beaut!!!
here in Australia we have a much more modern looking key. in fact I believe the last time we saw that style key would have been on xvs650!
Anything new for r1M 2021 vs 2020?
Has anyone had experience with the base R1 and the R1M? Wondering if the M is worth the 9k difference. Thanks
No its doesn't
I have 4 bikes in my garage and I can give you honest advice
Dont buy M version 9 thousands is alot of money believe me you can buy another bike in that budget
May be 2013 or 15 ducati just like me haha
@@Ranveer_sangha03 thanks, did you buy an M and were disappointed and thought you should have bought the regular R1?
@@EpiceverythingProductions yes. i kept for 7 months 2019 to 2020 then I sell it coz only 7 miles top speed difference and many of us didt even notice that if you have M so now I bought a two extra bike in that same amount 😅 😄 🤣
If you have to even ask that question the answer is no automatically......
I'm 6 ft 3 and found it's quite comfy as I'm so tall the low bars are a good reach
Also 6’3” and fit very comfortably
@@guydurango3553 yeah I was surprised. New Gixxer is a bit cramped and ZX10 was a no. Haven't tried the Honda but probs gonna go naked if I get a sports bike
Team Yamaha 🔥🔥🔥
No wheelie test?
are you sure it is 165 hp at the rear wheel?
i'm asking, because a completely stock 2019 r1, not the r1m, the plain r1, makes 190+ at the rear wheel
the spec sheets for the 2021 r1m say ~200ps
No way a base r1 makes 190 at the wheel. Maybe at the crank. And the 200hp spec is definitely at the crank
@@86yanns wikipedia says 200 hp crank, 188 hp wheel. Those are nominal values of course and they will vary with air temperature, density and fuel quality.
@@GeorgeTsiros Brake horsepower, BHP, is horsepower measured at the crankshaft, HP, is horsepower measured at the wheel.
There is absolutely no power difference between the R1 and the R1M. They are exactly the same engine with 198 bhp or 188.4 hp
@@Adogsmate4267 Who told you this? the 'brake' in BHP refers to the _method_ of measurement, not the point of measurement.
What about the non M version of the R1, is it street friendly with better ergos...🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
Definitely not. This just has all the tech and packages
@@MyChuck11 , Thats bad, Every manufacturer should introduce a track and road version of their flagships...coz 90% of their time is spent on the street...
@@abymathew295 that's why the naked motorcycles are made. Supersport is just meant fot track riding. You cannot enjoy the power on supersport in comfy position
@@adhimogaveer7204 , but 95% of the time they spent their time on the street.
Speaks calmly as he splitting lanes😂😂
it’s not that scary
Love the bike but that display/dash is just way too busy. Seems like the font is too small to really see while riding as well. Just wish the Japanese manufacturers could improve on their TFT design and layout.
They should have made an option you can turn off the rest except rpm,gear, speed and temprature
so this 2021 R1M or 2021 Honda CBR 1000RR-R SP
better overall bike?
I'll stick with my MT-10 its enough the r1m is a beauty though
You should see the Moore Mafia youtube video of him ECU-flashing an MT-10. It is shocking how restricted they are stock.
@@priceallen4368 i saw that, crazy :O Ima do mine.
FUCK THAT BIKE
I just sold my 2020 R1.
ECU IS STILL LOCKED SO NO FLASH
I want to see a comparison between this and the CBR1000RR-R SP.
Nice bike! I've never ridden in a state that allows splitting traffic. Kinda freaks me out to watch. :)
Not sure what that has to do with anything, you can split anywhere🤣
Better to break the law and lane split safely than it is to get rear ended/paralyzed in stop and go traffic
It's so much safer for riders.....it took me all of 10 minutes of sitting in traffic b4 I said f this and split lanes when I first started riding street bike a month ago
Will 5.6 feet guy ride this on.?
Nice bike, but for that price it should have brembo’s only brand sports bike to not have them, same with the base R1.
Killer gem YAMAHA!!!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥
Bro... What happened to your hair. Did they make you tone it down? 🤷🏻♂️
I get the R1 isn’t fully road built, but for folks that are not 6’0 tall like me, I’m 5’10 that skinnier seat works better bc that means your legs are not spread as far sitting on the seat giving you more room to the ground with your feet
1:01 right side of bike
30:00 left side of bike
1 sec, sitting at a stop light waiting for a left turn
6 sec later, hit 10too headed to 1fitti fast coming out of hard left
You better have FU Money to ride this at the track. One slide out and ouch$$$$$$$
That’s what track insurance is for
@@allandavis8370 got to have some expensive insurance
I find it hard to believe US delivered Yamaha's don't have immobilisers. The keys in the rest of the world are larger to accommodate the immobiliser chip and feature a more premium looking metal Yamaha logo on the key. I also guess you only get two black keys instead of the two black keys and the red master key on immobilised international models.
🔥🔥💲💲
Im guessing the R1M tank badge is covered up so the number is not visible so that Yamaha can still sell it as brand new out of box? 😂😂😂😂 Nice
My 1989 VMax has that key.
Nice commuter bike.
i dunno man, 165 hp does sound a bit weak for my daily commute... i'll pass
200hp at crank right?
@@nihonkokusai what?
Good job Yamaha👍
cant wait to get this as my first bike
That would be a bad idea. You will do nothing but hurt yourself on such a wicked wild beast
@@briananderson2219 I CANT WAIT
what?? the Yamaha R1 in Asia is about 197 Horsepower.
Ducati still make V twin sport bikes
No wonder motorcycle sales have gone down. 26K "C'mon man"...
Suzuki will always be my go to, but still want a R7.
I've owned an R7 for 5 months and I'm already bored of it!
450 pounds for a $26,000 motorcycle with carbon fiber bodywork?! That’s insane. It needs to lose 30 pounds. And 165 horsepower is too low for that amount of money too.
I like the sarcastic apology for hitting the dollar sign! Keep up the great videos, Heed!
Mine hit 195hp on Dyno with full system and remap. All the emissions laws kill them all. Same as my h2.
So many bikes with IMU’s for safety
For the same price you could of got the BMW S1000RR M, more power, carbon skin and wheels, best tech next to DUCATI. 217hp
No one does it like Adam 🔥
That's because there is no one like Adam, he's the man.
No one likes Adam
it’s the most complete superbike that you can get from the dealership.
👍👍👍
Hey Adam, I...like your...stuff.......your pieces are well.......made...and put to...gether, but what’s with your de......livery, your...cadence is...all over...the........place???
It's zed not zee
Deep down in Louisiana close to New Ohleans 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Way back up in the woods among the evergreens, Go go
Go Johnny go go.
It is OH LIN S. or ow
luhnz.
29:00 anyone asking this or the CBR or this or that! Get that’s you prefer, others can’t make the choice of what you really want for yourself, and don’t ever get a certain bike just so you can fit it, get what you want…
OH leens. ??
LOL, yep he always pronounces it like that. ??? He says 'then' when 'than' is correct also.
Absolutely a track beast, but I’m sad it has given up so much in daily comfort to do it.
It's either or unfortunately
@@macthomas5340 if you are smaller than 6'0" should be fine. Not really a fully lean 😂
Pete , well if it's a $26,000 track bike, I wouldn't expect much comfort. That's why they make the standard model.
@@captainamerica9353 even their standard model is way aggressive. Like it’s fantastic at its intended purpose. But for me and my $$ a MT10 takes it
@@7mpowerd , I see - maybe they should make the standard one a bit more comfy then. But I have a feeling people would complain that they're "too soft" and not cool enough.
Wtf was that 7:41 , God bless America. I swear only in America.
You lost me at $26000. I don’t care what it’s got lol
I’ll tell you what it dosent have brembo brakes 😂😂😂 for 26k
@@ur2slob724 like my gsxr 750 lmao touché
Not my dream bike if I’m gonna ride on the streets. Like the open nakeds.
Why so many pauses when you talk ?
Matthew W , he's practicing to be a Super Hero fighting a Villian. It's almost as irritating as how many times he says "This motorcycle".
@@captainamerica9353 agreed
0’leans suspension hahah. I always thought they were Swedish not Irish
Yes! We want these bikes to continue not this new age electronic bullshit.
6:19 is that a miata🙂😳😳😳😳😳
Ducati still makes VTwin sport bike.
So does EBR.