Highlights
- In excellent cosmetic condition
- No known mechanical faults
- Engine and gearbox perform extremely well
The Appeal
Opportunity to purchase a seemingly well-cared-for example of the sought-after MK1 YZF-R1. It absolutely looks the part thanks to an iconic colour scheme and very tidy bodywork overall.
As the bike is also in great mechanical condition with no known faults, it’s ready to be ridden and enjoyed by its new owner - all the way up to 170mph if they should so choose.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in March 2009
- Seemingly well maintained throughout its lifetime
- Requires an MOT
- V5 log book present
- Has been dry-stored and is in very good condition overall
While the odometer reads 28843, the bike was MOT tested in 2015 with a mileage of 46,258. This is thought to be the result of a clock change rather than any misrepresentation of mileage, though the actual mileage of the bike is therefore unknown but is thought to be around the 48,000 mark.
The Exterior
- Bodywork is in excellent condition throughout with no major damage to report
- Paintwork can be described as very good with isolated minor flaws in certain areas
- Frame is in fine condition with no significant damage
- Wheels are in near-perfect condition
- Lenses are clear and unmarked
- Seat pads, handlebars and gauge cluster in fantastic order
- OEM graphics are all present and correct
- Slight marks on the graphics on the offside front
- Light scratches and a relatively noticeable scratch on the rear
The Mechanics
- 998cc 4-cylinder with quad 40mm Keihin CV carburettors
- 6-speed transmission (1 down and 5 up)
- In superb mechanical order with no known faults
- Engine performs supremely well, pulling hard and revving freely
- Uprated Micron exhaust system sounds particularly sweet
- Gearbox operates with no issues - 2nd gear clicks into place as it should
- No leaks or smoke from the engine
- Handles nicely with the brakes, suspension and steering components functioning correctly
Summary
A very nice example of the well-regarded MK1 Yamaha YZF-R1 in excellent mechanical health as well as particularly tidy cosmetic condition.
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