Yamaha R1 GYTR VR46 Tribute

26. November 2021

3 min read

In honor of the 9-time world champion, Valentino Rossi, who recently ended his career in MotoGP, Yamaha is releasing a special R1 for the track that not only features some GYTR parts.

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In honor of the 9-time world champion, Valentino Rossi, who recently ended his career in MotoGP, Yamaha is releasing a special R1 for the track that not only features some GYTR parts.

Tribute to Valle

Valentino Rossi became world champion 9 times in his motorsport career. He competed in 425 races and scored 115 victories and 235 podiums.

To celebrate his career, Yamaha offers the R1 GYTR VR46 tribute. The special paintwork is by Aldo Drudi, Rossi’s long-time helmet designer and friend.

The R1 GYTR VR46 has the upcoming GYTR specifications for 2022, as well as features from WorldSBK development. New features include carbon fiber fairing and a full carbon subframe. The fuel tank has been increased in volume to 22 liters. The brake components come from Brembo, the suspension elements from Öhlins and for the ECU they decided on the REX 140 Marelli.

From the 2022 GYTR catalogue:

GYTR Electronic throttle
GYTR Slipper Clutch
GYTR Head Gasket
GYTR Radiator Kit
GYTR Air Funnel Set
GYTR Handlebar Set
GYTR Handlebar Switches
GYTR Front Brake Protector
GYTR Adjustable Rear Set
GYTR Akrapovic Factory Line System
GYTR Marchesini Wheel Set

Special parts from WorldSBK development:

22 L Factory Fuel Tank
Full Carbon Rear Subframe
Underslung Swingarm Assy
Adjustable Triple Clamp Kit (Offset adjustable 22.5mm x 27mm)
Special Carbon Fiber Fearing and Racing Screen
Engine Factory Tuned• ECU REX 140 Marelli
Wire Harness Dedicated to Marelli REX140 ECU
Sensor Kit
WorldSBK-spec Air Filter
Öhlins Side Steering Damper
Öhlins Factory Front Fork
Öhlins Factory Pneumatic adjustable rear shock
Brembo Front Master Cylinder
Brembo Discs Set
Brembo Rear Caliper Set
Brembo Front Caliper Set
Chrome Lite Dashboard with GPS

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