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Yamaha FZR1000R

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Yamaha FZR1000R

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dead by june
I've had 3 of these, 2 in the early 90's when it felt like a beast and 1 mint example now that feels like a pussy cat, how times change. Yes I'm older and wiser, well ok the former but it's not just that it's a Continue reading...

tramp
Great fun bike, cheap to run and can be picked up very cheaply, however prices are going back up as it reaches cult status with quite a large following.
Later models with USD handle better and stop better due Continue reading...

Karloss
The ultimate sports bike in it's day, much better than anything the opposition had, classed as more of a sports tourer nowdays. The riding position can seem a long reach between seat and bars, but is comfortabl Continue reading...
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A classic from a time when sportsbikes were just starting to dawn.
 
Cheap speed, but lost against modern bikes.
  • Price: £6149.00
  • Year: from 1989
  • Top speed: 165mph
  • Engine capacity: 1002cc
  • Power: 140bhp
  • Torque: 79lb ft
  • Weight: 209kg
  • Full spec

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