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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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