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!
Additional Information
Location
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Year
1989
Make
Yamaha
Model
FZR1000
Mileage
N/A
VIN
N/A
Title
Clean
Title State/Country
Pennsylvania
Private Party/Dealership
Private Party
Additional Charges
No
Total Bids Placed: 37
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Highest bidder was: r******a
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r******a
June 21, 2023 1:05 pm PDT
$6,000
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m***********d
June 21, 2023 1:05 pm PDT
$5,901
r******a
June 21, 2023 1:03 pm PDT
$5,801
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m***********d
June 21, 2023 1:03 pm PDT
$5,701
r******a
June 21, 2023 1:01 pm PDT
$5,600
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June 21, 2023 1:01 pm PDT
$5,500
r******a
June 21, 2023 12:59 pm PDT
$5,400
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m***********d
June 21, 2023 12:59 pm PDT
$5,300
r******a
June 21, 2023 12:59 pm PDT
$5,200
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1*******d
June 21, 2023 12:59 pm PDT
$5,100
r******a
June 21, 2023 12:57 pm PDT
$5,000
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m***********d
June 21, 2023 12:56 pm PDT
$4,901
r******a
June 21, 2023 12:56 pm PDT
$4,900
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r******a
June 21, 2023 12:55 pm PDT
$4,800
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j*****x
June 21, 2023 12:55 pm PDT
$4,700
r******a
June 21, 2023 12:54 pm PDT
$4,600
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June 21, 2023 12:54 pm PDT
$4,500
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s*******0
June 21, 2023 12:12 pm PDT
$4,400
1*******d
June 21, 2023 11:18 am PDT
$4,300
j*****x
June 21, 2023 9:14 am PDT
$4,200
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June 21, 2023 8:40 am PDT
$4,100
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June 21, 2023 8:40 am PDT
$4,000
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j*****x
June 18, 2023 12:53 pm PDT
$3,900
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June 18, 2023 12:53 pm PDT
$3,800
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June 18, 2023 12:52 pm PDT
$3,700
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j*****x
June 18, 2023 12:52 pm PDT
$3,600
1*******d
June 17, 2023 7:24 pm PDT
$3,200
r******a
June 17, 2023 11:30 am PDT
$3,100
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June 14, 2023 5:17 pm PDT
$3,000
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June 14, 2023 5:17 pm PDT
$2,938
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June 14, 2023 5:17 pm PDT
$2,679
b**r
June 14, 2023 4:48 pm PDT
$2,300
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s*********n
June 14, 2023 4:48 pm PDT
$2,200
b**r
June 14, 2023 4:22 pm PDT
$2,100
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June 14, 2023 4:22 pm PDT
$2,000
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