2004 Yamaha YZF R1

Blue and White  6k miles

6587 miles

Motorcycle Magazine  writers rave about this motorcycle.  988cc 20 valve DOHC liquid cooled in-line four cylinder engine with fuel injection.

Yamaha's new top of the line 379-pound R1 sportbike has more horsepower than Fords SVT Focus--173.  The new R1 is the most powerful sportbike you can buy.  Its heart is a 20-valve 998cc 4-cylinder engine.  It has Ram Air, which at the upper revs forces more air into the cylinders and produces an additional 7 hp--for 180.

This monster of a motor is mounted to an all-new frame that is lighter, narrower and stiffer than the previous R1.  Unlike many sportbikes, the R1s riding position is fairly upright.

We found the new R1 to be remarkably docile with plenty of low-end torque.

Couple that to the riding position and this bike could be a commuter.  But make no mistake, if you have the guts, twist the right grip until the tach hits 13,000 rpm and the R1 will turn your hair white.  The bike tops out at about 190 mph.  With a 56 degree lean angle, the R1 will flatten just about any corner.

If you have been looking at an R1 you are already aware of what a engineering and riding marvel this bike is.  Add the exceptional beauty and good care this particular bike has received and you have got a winner.  180 horsepower in a 379 lb bike!

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