Description
Yamaha launched an all-new R1 in 2009, and it captured the hearts of many a rider thanks to the crossplane crankshaft that gave the R1 a defining sound and more predictable traction at the limit. Bennets said “In 2009 the R1 caused quite a stir, mainly due to that engine. Not only did the crossplane bring a whole new feel to riding an inline four, it did it with a wonderful MotoGP-style soundtrack that was a totally new experience.”
Motorcycle News gives this bike a 5 star review stating “The 2009 Yamaha R1 is like no in-line-four cylinder sportsbike ever produced. It’s simply sensational. The Yamaha R1’s ultra-short-stroke engine has a cross-plane crankshaft, with its crank pins set at 90° and has irregular firing intervals, which is technology lifted directly from Valentino Rossi’s factory YZR-M1.”
“At a standstill the motor spins up like a two-stroke and on the move the R1’s ability to accelerate, no matter where you are in the revs is astonishing. Thanks to the clever engine design it grunts off corners like a V-twin, while giving superb feel through the rear tyre, and howls along straights like the mad, bad in-line-four it really is. Best of all, thanks to the big bang firing order it sounds just like Rossi’s M1 at full chat.”
Manufactured in March 2009 this example is VIN: JYARN23E09A005309.
The odometer shows 13,519 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: FAIL MORE THAN 3% 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: PASS
Headlight High Beam: PASS
Headlight Low Beam: PASS
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: PASS
Turn Signals: PASS
Tail Light: PASS
Brake Light (Front Switch): FAIL
Brake Light (Rear Switch): PASS
Plate Light: PASS
Horn: WORKS BUT WEAK
Kill Switch: PASS
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 80
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90
Forks: GOOD
Shock/s: GOOD
Tire Date Code Front: 4517
Tire Date Code Rear: 3917
Tire % Remaining Front: 80
Tire % Remaining Rear: 80
Tire Press. Front: 24
Tire Press. Rear: 29
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.9V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.8V
Running Condition: RUNS
Test Ride Completed: NO
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
•BRAKE FLUIDS FAILD MOISTURE TEST
•FRONT BRAKE SWITCH NOT WORKING
•HORN WEAK BUT WORKS
•SPARK PLUGS SHOULD BE REPLACED AGE AND MILEAGE
•AIR FILTER SHOULD BE REPLACED AGE/MILEAGE
•TIRES AGED
Recommended repairs:
•Diag front brake switch
•Diag horn
•Replace spark plugs
•Replace air filter
•Bleed both brake lines
Modifications:
The bike appears to be all stock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport tires which have aged out with date codes of 3917 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 Bill of Sale only. Have any R1 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
