Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 2006 Yamaha FZ1. Please note: The seller would like to note the value of the bike from J.D. Power.
The Yamaha FZ1 is an under-appreciated bike. Introduced in 2001, it gave you the power of a modified R1 engine (145 hp) with all-day ergonomics. Low-end power suffered compared to the competition (Honda 919, Suzuki Bandit 1200, Triumph Speed Triple, Aprilia Tuono, etc), but it was silly amounts of fun over 8,000 rpm.
It’s a bike that makes a lot of sense, though it didn’t sell all that well in the U.S. Here in the States, this bike was only offered with a fairing, but in Europe you could buy the Yamaha FZ1N, a naked variant.
In the U.S., 2006 was the start of the second generation, which was completely revised with a new chassis, suspension, body work, and more. The engine produced 150 horsepower, good for a top speed of 160 miles per hour.
For more on this underrated bike, check out Cycle World’s Why The Original Yamaha FZ1 Was So Damn Good here.
This example is VIN: JYARN17YX6A000287. The seller purchased the bike 19 years ago from Yamaha Marina del Rey and states, “Always garaged and kept clean. Always fast and reliable and looks good.”
The odometer shows 17,250 miles.
Maintenance:
Per the seller, “New battery was installed in January. A copy of the receipt is included. A Power Commander is included to improve the low-RPM throttle response.”
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us change the oil and oil filter, and flush, fill, and bleed the hydraulic system. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: OK
Engine Oil Level: GOOD
Engine Oil Quality: NEW
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: OK
Coolant Quality: MORE THAN 1.5 V MARGINAL ELECTROLYSIS TEST
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD NEW
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD NEW
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: OK
Headlight High Beam: PASS
Headlight Low Beam: PASS
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: N/A
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: OK
Shock/s: OK
Tire Date Code Front: 2512
Tire Date Code Rear: 4517
Tire % Remaining Front: 95
Tire % Remaining Rear: 95
Tire Press. Front: 34
Tire Press. Rear: 41
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.8
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.3
Running Condition: YES
Test Ride Completed: YES
Test Ride Distance: 2 MI
Notes:
CORROSION ON FRONT MASTER CYLINDER
POWER COMMANDER 3 USB
TIRES AGED
COOLANT DARK FAILED TEST
Recommended Repairs:
Replace F and R tires
Bleed and replace coolant
Modifications:
Decal.
Not shown: Power Commander 3 USB.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Pilot Road 2 tires with date codes of 2512 and 4517.
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 California title with registration current through February 2026.
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