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!
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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.
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.
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$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.