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.
This example is VIN: 2RG002005. It came to Iconic as an import; prior history is not known.
The odometer shows 51,881 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection and make a list of recommended repairs. Steve did the work, he notes the following in his condition report:
Fuel Tank Internal: Ok
Tire Years – Front: 4520; Rear: 1020
Tire Life – Front: 30%; Rear: 35%
Brake Life -Front: 60%; Rear: 70%
Suspension Leaks – Front: Pitted, leaking; Rear: Rusty
Hydraulic Fluid – Front/Rear/Clutch: Fail
Engine Oil – Level: Overfilled; Quality: Fail
Drive Chain: Rusty, needs replacing
Coolant – Level: Fail; Quality: Fail
Low Beam: Ok
High Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Turn Signal: Ok
Tail Light: Ok, ONE BULB OUT
Brake Light: Ok
Plate Light:
Killswitch: Ok
Horn: Ok
Battery:
BIKE CONDITION
– Ran on Bench
– Cosmetic damage on front fairing,
– Cosmetic damage on right rear tail
– Cosmetic damage on left side of fuel tank mid fairing and fairing lower
– Fuel lines reconnected, fires right up
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax BT010 tires with date codes of 1020 and 4520.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Yamaha is offered on a clean Oregon title. Please note that as an import, this bike lacks certain compliance and emissions stickers that the state of California would require to transfer a title. Have any FZR1000 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
Continental US: Haul Bikes will ship anything sold through Iconic for a starting rate of $750 in the Continental US (prices may increase in rural markets), and Iconic will handle the paperwork on your behalf. You do not need to crate your bike or drain the gas/disconnect the battery if you go with Haul Bikes. We are glad to work with the shipper of your choice as well, but you will have to arrange it.
Please note:
spares/extras will have to be shipped separately via FedEx or similar.
the fee includes $15,000 of insurance with a $500 deductible. Additional insurance can be purchased at a cost of $50 per additional $5,000 of value.
$5,000 for US to Europe/Asia is a VERY ROUGH ballpark which includes transport as well as customs fees and duties. Please contact Shippio for an exact quote.