Key Specifications & Innovations
Performance: Its 999cc 60-degree V-twin engine produces 166 hp at 11,800 rpm, achieving a top speed of 188.09 mph (303 km/h)
Frameless Chassis: To save weight, the bike lacks a traditional frame. The engine acts as a fully stressed member.
Aerodynamics: The radiator was uniquely relocated underneath the rider's seat to reduce frontal drag, fed by ducts in the front fairing.
Advanced Materials: It features extensive use of carbon fiber and Kevlar (for the body, wheels, and suspension wishbones) alongside titanium components, keeping the bike's wet weight at a startlingly light 138 kg (303.6 lbs).
Onboard Computer: It was one of the first race bikes to feature programmable engine mapping and onboard data logging.