Perfect Fitment Guide
Yamaha
YZF-R1
Best Tyres for Yamaha YZF-R1
Find premium hypersport tyres for Yamaha YZF-R1 with OEM tyre sizes, buying guidance, maintenance tips, expert recommendations, and FAQs.
Overview
About Yamaha YZF-R1
Vehicle Specifications
Key mechanical details & tyre sizes
engine
998 cc, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, Crossplane Inline-Fourpower
200 PS @ 13,500 rpmweight
201 kg wetwheel Type
17-inch Aluminiumtyre Type
Tubeless RadialFront Tyre Size
120/70 ZR17Rear Tyre Size
190/55 ZR17Recommended Tyres for Yamaha YZF-R1
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Super Sport120/70 ZR17
PIRELLI DIABLO ROSSO™ III Front 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W TL
Price₹19,990
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Super Sport190/55 ZR17
PIRELLI DIABLO ROSSO III 190/55 ZR17 M/C 75W TL Rear
Price₹28,490
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Super Sport120/70 ZR17
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) TL
Price₹21,990
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Super Sport190/55 ZR17
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV 190/55 ZR17 M/C 75W TL Rear Tyre
Price₹31,800
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Sport Touring120/70 ZR17
Michelin Road 6 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W TL
Price₹22,450
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Sport Touring190/55 ZR17
Michelin Road 6 190/55 ZR17 M/C (75W) TL
Price₹32,100
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Super Sport120/70 ZR17
Vredestein CENTAURO NS+ 120/70 ZR17 (58W) TL Front Tyre
Price₹12,600
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Super Sport190/55 ZR17
Vredestein CENTAURO NS+ 190/55 ZR17 (75W) TL Rear Tyre
Price₹18,700
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Super Sport120/70 ZR17
Metzeler SPORTEC M7 RR 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) TL
Price₹18,900
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Super Sport190/55 ZR17
Metzeler SPORTEC M7 RR 190/55 ZR17 M/C (75W) TL
Price₹28,900
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Super Sport120/70 ZR17
Pirelli DIABLO™ Supercorsa SP V3 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) TL (C) Front Tyre
Price₹25,250
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Super Sport190/55 ZR17
Pirelli DIABLO™ Supercorsa SP V3 190/55 ZR17 M/C (75W) TL Rear Tyre
Price₹35,490
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Performance & Maintenance
Key highlights and care instructions
Why Tyre Choice Matters
Key performance factors
- Yamaha YZF-R1 is a litre-class supersport motorcycle engineered for high-performance road and track riding.
- Correct tyre sizes preserve steering geometry, suspension balance, and chassis behaviour.
- Premium hypersport compounds improve cornering grip, braking confidence, and acceleration traction.
- Strong radial construction provides predictable stability under high-speed loads.
- The correct rear tyre profile helps maintain acceleration and cornering balance.
- Reliable wet and dry grip improves confidence during road riding.
Maintenance Tips
Prolong tyre life
- Check tyre pressure before every ride.
- Inspect tread and sidewalls for cuts, cracks, punctures, and bulges.
- Warm performance tyres appropriately before aggressive riding.
- Balance the wheels after every tyre replacement.
- Inspect tyres after track sessions or hard riding.
- Avoid high-speed riding on heavily worn or aged tyres.
Tyre Buying Guide
Expert Recommendations & Use Cases
Buying Guide
Ideal considerations
- Use the OEM sizes: 120/70 ZR17 front and 190/55 ZR17 rear.
- Choose premium hypersport tyres for aggressive road riding and occasional track use.
- Choose sport-touring tyres when longer mileage and wet-weather versatility are more important.
- Check tyre load and speed ratings before purchase.
- Check the tyre manufacturing date before installation.
- Use matching front and rear tyre models whenever possible.
Common Problems
Considerations & trade-offs
- Rapid rear tyre wear during hard acceleration.
- Uneven tread wear caused by incorrect tyre pressure.
- Reduced wet grip as tread depth decreases.
- Wheel vibration caused by improper balancing.
- Flat spotting after prolonged storage.
- Reduced performance from aged or hardened rubber.
Expert Tips
Optimal riding conditions
- Choose premium hypersport tyres for maximum cornering grip.
- Choose sport-touring tyres when mileage and touring comfort are priorities.
- Keep the OEM 120/70 ZR17 and 190/55 ZR17 dimensions.
- Check tyre pressure before every highway or track ride.
- Replace both tyres together when practical.
- Balance the wheels after every tyre replacement.
Real-World Fitment
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
The Yamaha YZF-R1 uses a 120/70 ZR17 front tyre and a 190/55 ZR17 rear tyre.
Yes. Yamaha specifies tubeless tyres in both the 120/70 ZR17 front and 190/55 ZR17 rear sizes.
Premium hypersport tyres are ideal for aggressive road and track riding, while sport-touring tyres are better when everyday mileage and wet-weather versatility are priorities.
The OEM 190/55 ZR17 rear size is recommended for preserving the motorcycle's designed handling characteristics.
Replace tyres when the tread reaches the wear indicators, grip deteriorates, or the tyre develops cracks, cuts, bulges, or other structural damage.
Yamaha shifted the European R1 program toward the R1 RACE and R1 GYTR track-focused models from the 2025 model year, while the road-going R1 specification remains documented in earlier model years.