Description
Please note: This is part of the Greg Zydyk collection.
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1990 Yamaha FZR400RR SP.
At a time when Japanese manufacturers were getting increasingly aggressive and race-oriented with their 400s to compete in their domestic Formula 3 championship, Yamaha introduced the FZR400 in 1986 as a bike to be enjoyed “on twisty public roads where the customers would actually be riding and enjoying them.” For more on the FZR400, check out this excellent profile on Yamaha’s site where they talk about the challenges of it being the first motorcycle to use “full-fledged radial tires” and how they fought the urge to implement quick steering like their competition to create something that consumers would enjoy more on the street.
But Yamaha did not stop there – in 1989 they debuted an up-spec model called the FZR400RR, and in 1990 they followed it up with the FZR400RR SP. Though both remarkable machines, the latter was the one to have. A claimed 66hp output in combination with a smooth-shifting six-speed transmission could rocket the bike to 122mph. The RR also boasted unique cosmetic upgrades like ringed projector beam headlights, teardrop turn signals, and a framed taillight lens.
This rehosted review on Motorcycle Specs sums up the FZR400RR SP by saying: “It’s very hard to write about the FZR400’s qualities. Braking, acceleration, flexibility, build quality, stability – just think of a cliche and double it. For steering and suspension, think of a cliche and triple it.” Shockingly, the review adds, “even an OW-01 isn’t as well made as the 400 SP” — and that was Yamaha’s halo bike of the day.
This example is VIN: 3TJ141978. The seller imported the bike 12 years ago and states, “The Yamaha FZR400RR SP is a fantastic track bike. In my opinion, the best of the 400s of its era. Simply a “special bike””
During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 400 kilometers (248 miles). The odometer shows 16,135 kilometers (10,025 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection,. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: GOOD
Engine Oil Level: GOOD
Engine Oil Quality: GOOD
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: GOOD
Coolant Quality: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD LESS THAN 1.5% H2O
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL MORE THAN 3% H2O
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: MARGINAL
Headlight High Beam: PASS
Headlight Low Beam: PASS
Passing Light: PASS
Parking Light: PASS
Turn Signals: PASS
Tail Light: PASS
Brake Light (Front Switch): PASS
Brake Light (Rear Switch): PASS
Plate Light: PASS
Horn: PASS
Kill Switch: PASS
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 80
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 80
Forks: GOOD
Shock/s: GOOD
Tire Date Code Front: 3215
Tire Date Code Rear: 4116
Tire % Remaining Front: 80
Tire % Remaining Rear: 80
Tire Press. Front: 26
Tire Press. Rear: 28
Battery Standing Voltage: 13.0V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.0V
Running Condition: RUNS
Test Ride Completed: NO
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Recommended repairs:
Service chain
Bleed rear brake line
Tires aged suggested to replace
Modifications:
The bike appears to be stock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax Q3 tires with date codes of 3215 and 4116.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, this Yamaha is offered on a clean Ohio title. Have any FZR400RR SP stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
