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The 1990s were defined by three sportbikes – the Honda CBR900RR, the Ducati 916, and the Yamaha R1. Honda’s CBR900RR started the revolution by being 76 pounds lighter than its lightest competition. Soon after, Ducati released the 916. It was technically competent with fuel injection and even an adjustable steering head angle, but it’s best remembered just for being one of the most beautiful motorcycles of all time. In 1998, Yamaha released the R1 and wiped the floor with everyone else – it was the lightest and most powerful literbike available and you had to work hard to find a dealer with one in stock. The Japanese firm made frequent updates, and after wowing the industry with the 2006 Limited Edition, they redesigned a few features for the 2007 model. Focus was placed on increasing low-end power, which was done with a switch to 4-valve heads and variable length intake tracts. Even in first gear, you could top 100 miles per hour with this bike.
Around the motor, the R1 also got a new frame, new swingarm, suspension tweaks, and new six-piston front calipers.
Manufactured in February 2007, this example is VIN: JYARN20E17A005658. The seller is the original owner, he purchased it new in 2007 from Team Charlotte Motorsports.
The odometer shows 1,360 miles.
Maintenance:
“-Entire fuel system flush with fresh fuel new fuel pump all OEM
-Radiator removed and cleaned by Webster Radiator and reinstalled with all new factory coolant
-Oil change with Yamalube and a Yamaha OEM filter
-Front and rear brake fluid flush
-New OEM air filter”
Modifications:
Frame sliders.
Aftermarket tank protector.
Aftermarket grips.
Tail tidy.
Inside of the tank:
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It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax tires with date codes of XXXX and XXXX.
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The sale includes 2 ignition keys.
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Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Monroe, North Carolina, this Yamaha is offered on a clean South Carolina title.
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