1989 Yamaha FZR1000

SOLD FOR: $6,420

Reserve price has been met.

This auction ended on June 21, 2023

Winner: r******a

Winning Bid: $6,000
Buyer Fee: $420
Total: $6,420

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Description

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First unveiled at the 1986 Cologne Motorcycle Show, the Yamaha FZR1000 was a watershed model that marked the dawn of the tuning fork company’s first foray into big-bore four-stroke superbikes. The predecessor to potent two-stroke models like the parallel-twin RD350 and V4 RD500, the “Fizzer” as it was affectionately known, entered production in 1987 as an advanced water-cooled, 989cc, four-stroke inline-four with DOHC, a five-speed transmission, and the same 20-valve (5-per) setup first seen on the FZ750 in ’85.

With 130 hp on tap and a curb weight of a bit over 500 lbs, the first generation FZR1000 was capable of a 155 mph top speed and was a trendsetter with its Deltabox aluminum frame and 5-valve Genesis engine. Interestingly, this same five-valve engine architecture would become the basis of Yamaha’s V8 Formula One car for the 1989 series. Along with a stout engine and a futuristic frame, the new FZR also wore lightweight 17″ wheels front and rear and very modern looking bodywork.

Manufactured in January of 1989, this example is VIN: JYA3LKE05KA000433. The seller purchased this motorcycle from the original owner three years ago.

The odometer shows 16,306. The seller has put roughly 1,000 miles on this example during their ownership.

Maintenance:
Per the seller: “Two new tires, two new NOS Yamaha ignition coils, new voltage regulator and rectifier assembly, new EXUP cable, complete carb rebuild & sync, valve adjustment, full-service fluid flush & fill – brake, oil, air, clutch; chain lube & adjust, four dash light bulbs.

The seller notes that the reserve function on the petcock does not currently work.

Modifications:
Hindle carbon fiber exhaust.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Michelin Power 5 tires from 2020.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:

Currently located at our facility in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, this Yamaha is offered on a clean Pennsylvania title. Have any FZR1000 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!

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