Yamaha introduced the Euro 5-compliant YZF-R1 and YZF-R1M in 2020. While the superbike underwent a considerable facelift at the same time, the current generation still dates back to the 2015 model. That may change in 2023, with FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) documents pointing to a track-only variant next season.
The worldwide race organization maintains a file titled “FIM Recognized Competition Vehicles”. The latest version of that document (published on June 15, 2022), includes a new YZF1000W model. Yamaha’s track-only YZF-R6 Race bears a similar FIM designation with its YZF600W code name. Additionally, the document lists the YZF1000W as a “Road race” model type with a four-stroke, 998cc, four-cylinder engine—matching the YZF-R1's specifications.
