Other than some minor tweaks here and there - can’t say we see a big difference between the 2008 and 2009 Yamaha R1.1 extra mm of bore, .05 gallons larger gas tank, and they shaved a whole .1 inch off the seat height.  You’ll see some minor body work changes on the new R1.  New exhaust look- slightly better performance over last years model.  Another great liter bike from Yamaha.

2009 Yamaha R1 Black

2009 Yamaha R1 Yellow

2009 Yamaha R1 White

2009 Yamaha R1 Blue