Description
On offer we have this beautiful Yamaha FZR750R OW01 from 1989. We personaly imported this gorgeous example from Japan and she has under gone a thourough refurbishment in our workshop. A full service with all fluids, new battery, plugs, filters and tyres. The condition is exceptional for the year with a mileage of only 13, 590 km or around 8, 493 miles. She of course starts, runs and rides without issue and will make a fantastic addition to any collection. Offered at £23, 500 with 12 months Mot, 12 months warranty and delievery to mainland UK - there will be an extra charge for Scotland. Delivery also available worldwide please contact me for details.
The FZR750R OW01 (1989–1990) is a limited‑production, race‑bred 749 cc superbike built to homologate Yamaha’s WSBK effort. With a 121 hp five‑valve Genesis engine, aluminium Deltabox frame, Öhlins rear suspension, and lightweight race components, it was effectively a factory racer with a number plate.
Why Yamaha Built the OW01
The launch of the World Superbike Championship in 1988 required manufacturers to sell road‑legal versions of their race bikes.
Yamaha needed a direct rival to Honda’s dominant RC30.
The result was the OW01, a machine engineered by Yamaha’s race department and produced in very small numbers (≈500 units globally).
It was sold from 1989–1990, though development began earlier (1987).
Racing Purpose
Designed specifically to homologate Yamaha’s WSBK racer.
Thinly disguised as a road bike — removing mirrors, indicators, and fitting slicks essentially turned it into a ready‑to‑race machine.
Successor
Replaced by the YZF750R/ SP in 1992, which continued Yamaha’s superbike lineage.
Technical Specifications (Factory)
Engine
Type: 749 cc liquid‑cooled DOHC inline‑four
Valvetrain: 5 valves per cylinder (Genesis)
Bore × Stroke: 71 × 46 mm
Compression: 11. 2:1
Carburettors: 4 × Mikuni (38 mm)
Power: 121 hp @ 12, 000 rpm
Torque: 69–70 Nm @ 9, 000 rpm
Transmission
6‑speed
Wet multi‑plate clutch
Final drive: Chain
Chassis
Frame: Aluminium twin‑spar Deltabox
Front suspension: 43 mm fully adjustable telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Fully adjustable Öhlins Monocross
Front brakes: 2 × 280 mm discs, 4‑piston calipers
Rear brake: 177 mm disc, 2‑piston caliper
Dimensions
Wheelbase: 1445 mm
Seat height: 785 mm
Dry weight: 187 kg
Wet weight: 215 kg
Fuel capacity: 23 L
Performance
Top speed: ~160 mph (257. 8 km/ h)
Standing ¼ mile: 10. 7 s @ 205. 8 km/ h
Features:
Hand‑built engine with race‑spec internals.
Close‑ratio gearbox for track use.
Lightweight three‑spoke wheels and minimalist bodywork.
Extensive adjustability in suspension for competition tuning.
Race‑derived aerodynamics with dual round headlights and compact fairing.
I have over 40 years experience of buying and selling all types of motorcycles and am happy to look at part exchanges of any Car, Scooter or Motorcycle, Classic or Modern.
We always endeavour to ensure that all mileages are correct as advertised and will state this where possible. With imported vehicles we are not always able to confirm this by contacting previous owners therefore we are unable to completely verify the mileage recorded on the odometer and it must be considered incorrect in these cases.
Delivery possible to all locations, UK and Worldwide.
If you have any queries please feel free to contact me.
Please note that all images are of the bike for sale and a taken in our own studio where applicable.
All viewings are strictly by appointment.
