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Yamaha YZF-R1
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Average Ratings for Yamaha YZF-R1

  • Build quality4.4 stars
  • Reliability4.5 stars
  • Value for Money4.4 stars
  • Reviewer Ratings4.4 stars
  • Overall Rating3.9 stars

48 Reviews For Yamaha YZF-R1

  • Guest 20th Oct 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    The 09 R1 is an exceptional machine. The technology in this thing is amazing. With 3 driving modes that actually work, makes this bike ideal for track or roads. The seat is firm but comfortable for rides up to 100 miles. The balance and handling are exceptional. At 5'10" this bike fits me perfectly. Discipline is really needed with this bike. If you can't keep off the throttle don't get it. A couple of tickets will make buying insurance miserable. I have only one ticket, 50 years old and I still pay $147 a month. The 09R1 is absolutely the best sport bike you can get! However I would like a slightly larger gas tank. (The R1 has a 4.8 Gallon tank) If you can get this bike, you will not be dissapointed! I have no buyers remorse what so ever!

  • Guest 21st Jul 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    This Yamaha YZF-R1 is the best bike on the street! lots of power, great look, handels well.

  • azR1 28th May 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    wow the top end on the yamaha yzf-r1 was great for power band I would only make it a little more tourqe more hp is all more mid range have pulling hard

  • davygravy Rank: Sergeant 14th May 2009

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    The new Yamaha R1 2009... I just had a day on it, it is a great bike, a little bit cramped for my 6 ft 17 stone (250 pounds) it takes a while to adjust to riding it as it feels like a ducati with torque low down. The looks are not quite as gorgeous as previous models and the burgundy frame is really not to my own taste but the handling is exceptional and at least while you are on it, enjoying it.... you don't have to look at it. I did try the new fireblade the day before and the engine on that t ...

  • Guest 6th May 2009

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    The Yamaha YZF-R1 is a quality bike. If you havent been riding that long and are deciding r6 or r1, go for the r1 you wont be dissapointed!! Like some of these reviews say, its easy to ride below 7k revs, but above this the bike comes alive and will scare you!! Keeps me smiling every time I ride it!

  • Breakdown Rank: Sergeant 5th May 2009

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    I've also just had engine problems with my 08, it started at just over 5k mile, long story short it turned out to be a valve guide!! i'm shocked really and didn't expect that from what i thought was a bulletproof motor, i've also picked up on a couple of threads on R1 forums elsewhere...worrying indeed..

    Yamaha YZF-R1 still is an awesome bike though...

  • andrewweek 22nd Mar 2009

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    I purchased a 2008 Yamaha R1 in August of 2008 from a reputable dealer in Oregon. I was on an 18-day R&R leave from Iraq at the time. I put about 400 miles on it, trying to get the motor broken in as carefully as possible before I had to go back to Iraq. I returned from Iraq in November of 2008 and moved to Ft. Campbell Kentucky around the first of January 2009. During the warmer days in Kentucky, I managed another 250 miles before my problems started. The bike lost power. I immediately pulled o ...

  • bigglad Rank: Lieutenant-Colonel 16th Feb 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I came back to bikes after a 14 year gap and went to this Yamaha YZF-R1 from a GPZ900. Could not believe how easy it was to ride nor the acceleration which was just mind numbing.
    My version was the 98 version without steering damper and on an uneven road I had a horrible head shake that nearly threw me off the bike. I actually popped a wheely to cure it ! I know later models have a steering damper fitted so should not experience this frightening event. Two up is possible on this bike but my beh ...

  • Guest 11th Feb 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    The Yamaha YZF-R1 engine is fantastic. I use the r1 engine 1992 to race in a sidecar it is a older engine but realy good and faultles because i do punish it if i could afford it i would go new that is one thing i cannot fault it top class engine and a top class bike for r1 ridershow can you fault a thing of full of class and good looking

  • cbarron 22nd Jan 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1.5 stars


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    This bike has Great looks and handles very well but I have continual reliability problems.In 1 year : - 3 instances of engine cut off (random) , - horn failed twice,- wiring loom was being worn by front forks- roller protector sheared off the bike on the highway (without dropping it naturally).- Headlight lens split. - Mirrors need replacing after the backing is letting go. - EXUP valve failure, looks like its seized,cable top open exhaust system has snapped.This has really just taken the fun o ...

  • colin riddell 10th Jan 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    Cannot fault the 56 plate Yamaha YZF-R1 everything you ask for. I will buy 2009-10

  • Guest 24th Dec 2008

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    Very easy to ride & very comfortable i was quite suprised as i expected the riding position to be much more extreme but i found this very comfortable even when riding 2 up, The machine just looks beutiful in every way and has very good build quality anybody thinking about buying a r1 should do it myne is the 2004 model underseat exhaust
    A loony machine which wheelies in the first 3 gears without trying once you get above 7-8000 revs everything starts to come towards you really fast a truely awes ...

  • Guest 9th Dec 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I own a '07 r1 and have to say that it is the perfect bike man. Has insane power, awesome handling, and the bike just has a killer look to it. Best bike I've ever owned by far!

  • yamanshah 27th Nov 2008

    Reviewer rating: 3.5 stars


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    I take a lot of interests in Yamaha motorbikes but I ' m not satisfied with r1 because whenever I compare this bike to other 1000cc bikes so r1 lose the race always I don ' t know why please improve the engine power as more up to 340km/h minimum. Please and also release Yamaha r11 whose engine is up to 1400cc.

  • Breakdown Rank: Sergeant 8th Sep 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    Bought my 2008 bike after owning a 2004 R1, both bikes are awesome machines, but you need to be a good rider to get the most from them, they are easy to ride below 7000 rpm if you've not been riding big bikes for long......but after 7k.....10k...rpm....things get ballistic, so like I said, beware. Spend 40 quid getting the suspension set up, fit some sticky tyres and off you go. Don ' t let anyone tell you ' you can ' t tour on a sports bike" I ' ve been down into France and the R1 was ample i ...

  • Guest 19th Jul 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I am in the process of purchasing a Yamaha R1. I have tested it and to be honest it fits the field perfectly. Ok it could have fine tuning here and there but name me a bike that isn't super that does not have its flaws! this at around £3000 is a steal and you are not going to find much better around for a while! I feel the new Aprilla although it is a little quicker does not match this bike for over all performance and it is a case of simply nurturing and taming this machine over experien ...

  • Guest 13th Jul 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    A great machine. Its RAW. I'm very happy with my 99 Blue R1. Power to weight & power-to-price. Timeless look. Get the Blue one.

  • Guest 25th May 2008

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    I love the Yamaha R1, owned a 2005 and rode it for 15,000 miles with no problems. Just bought a 2008 black R1 and I love it even more. My main complaint is the uncomfortable shared seat.

  • Buckoshmucko 16th May 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I Have had the luck to obtain a Mint Blue 2000 5jj Yamaha R1 with only 5000 miles on the clock.My previous steed being a srad GSXR600.In Comparison, I loved my Gixxer, but having the R1 now for 4 months, the smooth power even from 6th, just winding on the throttle and your'e like a rocket.I've been told mine is the last of the carb models and a bit of a loon to ride. But every time I ride it, it just puts a big grin on my face. I have treated it with a bit of respect slowly finding the limits.Of ...

  • proball16 28th Apr 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    This is my second Yamaha YFZ R1. My first one was a 1999. The new steering damper makes all of the difference in the world in handling for me! The '99 was squirlly when you hit hard throttle coming out of the corners. The 2005 is on a rail...
    Tires are a riders preference of course... For me, the Metzler ME Z3's went on IMMEDIATELY upon delivery of the bike. They are so much more stable for me. The bike stays wherever you put it in a corner. It is like a servo.... Perfect!