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Yamaha August 9, 2013 posted by Dan

15 Years Old Already?! 1998 Yamaha YZF-R1

Update 8.9.2013: Originally we posted this R1 in February. It has been relisted a few times but is now showing a buy-it-now of $7k, which seems closer to what the market will bear. Links updated. Happy Friday, -dc

It seems hard to believe that the original R1 is now 15 years old, probably because it still evokes a strong emotion when spotted — especially in the white on red! With 150hp stock and 448lbs wet, it’s no wonder why it was so attractive then and why it is still intriguing today.

1998 Yamaha YZF-R1 For Sale on eBay

This particular example has only 4700 miles but has been in storage and the seller reports that it will need some attention to get it road ready. The buy-it-now is set at a lofty $8500, but I suspect that is more intended to keep low-ballers out of the seller’s inbox. Hopefully a realistic offer will find this bike a new home.

From the seller:

The rare one and most sought after in RED WHITE number 79. SUPER LOW MILES just 4,738 original miles. Has after market pipe but i still have the original one that came with the bike. super fast. Bike has been stored since 2011 so fuel has lost its octane already so you will need to flush and add new fuel. new battery has original tires but i also have a new set that will go with the bike. Bike will start but missing due to fuel octane lost during storage.Bike has never been dropped and adult driving only. Never raced or mistreated.

15 Years Old Already?! 1998 Yamaha YZF-R1

Aprilia June 20, 2013 posted by Dan

Month in Review: May 2013 Sales Report

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Welcome back to our latest sales report, where savvy buyers and sellers keep an eye on market values. We blogged a record 85 bikes in May and witnessed an all-time high of 29 of our picks getting sold. In fact our readers bought 23 bikes in May! Here is a review of 29 of the 85 posted, most having sold.

Lowest sale price: $1380
Highest sale price: $25099

Congratulations to May’s buyers and sellers!

In no particular order, we start with this 1995 Ducati 900 SS/SP with 2000 miles that sold for $3650:

A highlight last month is this 1986 GSX-R 750 Limited Edition with less than 900 miles that sold for $22,400!

This 2001 Ducati 996SPS failed to sell after being bid to nearly $12k.

This very tidy but tiny Aprilia RS50 sold for a pint sized $2700 to one of our readers.

This stock 1985 Suzuki RG500 Gamma sold for $12,400.

This heavily modified 1986 Suzuki RG500 in Lucky Strike livery failed to sell the first time at $10,500 but sold after one relist for $16,000!

This 1990 BMW K1 with just 4200 miles sold for $13450, McDonalds colors be damned!

This very clean 1986 Suzuki GSX-R 750 sold for $7000, even with 30k miles!

This 1996 Suzuki GSX-R 750 might have been the bargain of the month selling at just $2550.

This amazing low mileage and stunning 1987 Suzuki GSX-R 1100 sold for $13100.

Someone scored on this 1986 Kawasaki ZX1000R Ninja that saw just 7400 miles. Sold for only $3750!

This 1991 Yamaha TZ 250 B racebike sold for $17500 but was relisted and sold again for $15500. Hopefully for good!

This well looked after 1993 Moto Guzzi Daytona 1000 sold for $8200.

This later 1997 Daytona 1100 with less than 7k miles failed to sell with bids reaching $9100.

Another great buy was this 1982 Honda CB 900F with 205 miles for only $6655. This won’t be depreciating any time soon.

Here’s a nearly new 999R with less than 1k miles that failed to sell at $16100.

This restored 1988 Suzuki GSX-R sold for a mere $6100 to one of our readers.

This 1996 Suzuki RGV250 Lucky Strike was no reserve and sold for $7500.

Here’s a Yamaha RZ500 that sold for a scant $6500.

This 1998 Yamaha R1 failed to sell at $8500 and has been relisted for $7500.

This cool 1985 Yamaha FZ750 survivor sold for $3850.

Here’s a 1987 Suzuki GSX-R50 that sold to one of the RSBFS superfans for $1380.

This 1983 Suzuki XN85 Turbo is one of several we posted recently and it sold for $5451.

This 1994 Yamaha YZF-750R was also well bought at just $2200.

This 1986 Suzuki GSX-R 750 Limited sold for $12721.

A very striking 2006 Ducati Paul Smart 1000LE sold for $17000.

This spotless 1998 Aprilia RS250 set a new record selling for $9950.

This 1983 Kawasaki KZ1000R ELR failed to sell the first time at $8500 buy-it-now, but was relisted twice and sold for $6500.

The top seller this month was this 1979 Kawasaki Z1R TC2 Turbo for $25099.

This 1994 Bimota DB2 appears to have sold for good this time at $7400.

The great pumpkin 1982 Laverda Jota sold for $20255!

This 1993 Ducati Superlight failed to sell at $9499.

This XN85 Turbo sold for just $4000.

While we were having a little fun with this CBR1000RR trike, it did find a new home for $9900.

This 1985 RZ500 failed to sell when bid to $9100 while wearing a $11800 buy-it-now.

Sport Bikes For Sale May 28, 2013 posted by Dan

1998 Yamaha R1 with less than 5000 Miles

Dressed in what most consider a very attractive color scheme, we have a mostly original 98 Yamaha R1 for sale in Texas with just 4700 miles. This color combo always seems to make potential buyers wonder why they didn’t buy one the first time around when they were originally launched. If you’re in that category you may be in luck as this bike represents a very low mileage opportunity. While the aftermarket pipe isn’t optimal, the original is available with sale. This one looks stock otherwise. While $8500 might seem a bit on the high side, it won’t be long before this is commonplace with this revolutionary model.

1998 Yamaha R1 For Sale on eBay

quote from seller’s listing:

this is the rare one red and white with super low miles. you just wont find another one in
this condition. I gaurantee it. its been stored the majority of its life.never droped never abused
super clean. has an after market pipe but i still have the original one.

Bimota April 11, 2013 posted by Dan

Month in Review: March 2013, 27 Bikes in Total

Here is the latest round up of bike sales or bikes that saw high bid activity. We’re starting with Feb 25th and moving forward as they hadn’t been reported on in the last Month in Review as they were still open at the time of publishing. Each picture is linked to eBay as they haven’t been archived yet.

We blogged over 60 bikes in March and these are the ones we have sale values on. A great read for savvy buyers and sellers alike!

1982 Suzuki Katana 1000 Sold for $7000

2002 Suzuki TL1000R Sold for just $4100

1987 Yamaha FZR750R Sold to one of our readers!

2008 Bimota DB5R Sold for $21500

2008 Yamaha YZF-R1 Scott Russel Race Sold for $8215

1996 Honda VFR750 Sold for just $3223

1985 Honda VF1000R Sold for just $4500

1974 Yamaha TZ750 Factory Racer Sold for $42500

1993 Honda CBR600 F2 Sold for just $2750

1978 Laverda 1200 Jota America sold for $10401

1987 Suzuki GSX-R 1100 sold for $4800

1989 Yamaha FZR400 For Sale

1990 FZR750R OW01 sold via Craigslist, owner reported bike as sold.

1988 Yamaha FZR750R sold for $5200

1981 Laverda 1200 Mirage sold for $10300

2001 Honda NSR150SP sold for $3550

1986 Honda RS250 sold for $3750

1988 Ducati F1 750 sold for $13700 to one of our readers

1989 Yamaha FZR1000 sold for $5500 to one of our readers

1993 Honda CBR900RR sold for $5000

1991 Ducati 851 sold for $8700 to one of our readers!

1995 Aprilia RS250 Chesterfield For Sale

1995 Aprilia RS250 Chesterfield had met reserve at $8500 but was pulled from eBay. The seller’s website indicates it as available for $8950.

2006 Ducati 999R with 6 miles sold for $23000!

1986 Honda NS400R sold to one of our readers for $7500!

2000 Aprilia RS250 sold for $7200

1979 Suzuki GS1000S sold for just $5000

1983 Laverda RGS1000 sold for $8250

Yamaha March 3, 2013 posted by Dan

Ride it like Russel Part 2: 2008 Yamama YZF-R1 Race Bike

This is the second 2008 ex-Scott Russel Yamaha R1 race bike we’ve seen up for grabs, and this one is reportedly the backup bike. The seller gives very little detail and Mike’s questions from the other post regarding the livery still stand. This one has a buy-it-now of $12,500 and a current bid of $7850 reserve not met.

2008 Yamaha YZF-R1 Scott Russel race bike for sale on eBay

quote from the seller:

ex Scott Russell R1 FOR SALE
Yamaha Yzf-R1 , only 1x time you can buy a semi factory buildt Yamaha, This Bike was special buildt for Scott Russel in 2008 as backup bike. Engine buildt by JAMIE JAMES PRODUCTIONS and Graves Yamaha, Everything you wish for is on this bike, Incredibly smooth power delivery and outrageous torque for a rush like you ve never experienced.. Be the new proud owner from the HALL OF FAME Mister Daytona Scott Russell back up bike Bike is New condition Turnkey to go to the track . Bike and engine is fully inspected by Roland Stuart former builder for Larry Mc Bride
Ocala FL

Sport Bikes For Sale June 19, 2011 posted by Doug

2006 Yamaha YZF-R1 50th Anniversary LE #260 of 500 For Sale!

2006 Yamaha YZF-R1 50th Anniversary LE #260 of 500

Location: Chandler, AZ
Mileage: 19,500
Price: $9,250 with reserve

I can definitely see myself rock’n one of these at some point before I get old and arthritis sets in. Everyone that I’ve talked, who owns one, says they absolutely love it and it’s a rocket ship when allowed to breathe.

They look the part and I can only assume act the part with all of the upgrades that they came from the factory with. Ohlins, Brembo along side Marchesini top the distinguished list and add plenty of bling to the racer replica paint scheme.

This one is well used with 19,500 miles, but looks to be well taken care of alongside all of the fun that was had.

We can only assume that in 20 or so years these will be highly sought after bikes by those that snubbed them 5 short years ago. Perhaps these are the modern day RC30 and will appreciate beyond any ones wildest dreams. Only time will tell, but if you want to experience it on the cheap may I suggest picking one up now to avoid the long lines 20 years from now.

From the seller:

> This bike is numbered #260 out of only 500 shipped to the United States
> Bike has been meticulously maintained, with Motul oil changes every 3,000 miles
> Bike is largely stock with only minimal modifications made since its purchase in 2005
> Bike has been garaged and covered
> Includes rear stand and all stock parts
> Includes original owner’s manual and “riding tips” brochure
> Slight scuff marks on upper right fairing (barely visible)
> Full Ti-Force titanium exhaust system

***ALL STOCK PARTS ARE INCLUDED WITH THE SALE OF THIS BIKE***

for more info on this machine.

Cheers!

Reader Rides For Sale March 22, 2011 posted by Doug

1998 Yamaha YZF R1

1998 Yamaha YZF R1 for sale

Location: L.A., California
Mileage: 10,640
Price: active bidding or $7,000 B.I.N

Yes, 7k is all the cheese for this one, but it looks to be in great shape and well cared for.

The owner is selling it as “100% stock, well almost stock”.

A full compliment of seats, including the front, rear, and solo cowl in both Black, and Red colors.

520 chain conversion, utilizing a Renthal hard anodized rear sprocket and lightened front sprocket, with a DID ERV3 X-Ring Chain.

Muzzy’s aluminum radiator fan, for (surprisingly legit!) increased cooling and reliability.

I also installed a brand-new OEM oil pan when I purchased the bike, because I found a helli-coil used in the oil drain plug to cover up stripped threads. I replaced the entire pan, with gasket, etc., of course.

Exceedingly rare, almost entirely unknown, GYTR Ohlins side-mount steering damper. You can see in the pics. Due to concerns over head-shake from the constant wheelies and absurdly short wheelbase, Yamaha made a stop-gap steering damper mount, and factory cut faux-carbon fairing piece, to accommodate Ohlins dampers, within weeks of launch and before the full commercial after-market units became available.

When I saw this today I got all giddy inside and remembered days gone by when these were king the hill. I wanted one so bad I could taste it, but they were all sold out and I had cash burning a hole in my pocket so I opted for the ZX9R. I don’t regret it, but I’m always on the prowl for one of these just in case my wife leaves the checkbook unguarded.

I don’t think these have quite matured just yet, but there are plenty of guys like me who are looking for the one that got away. These were bad a** back in the day and for me they still look very modern and capable.

If you’re like me and always searching for “The one that got away” and yours just happens to be a red and white YZF R1-

Cheers!

doug

Sport Bikes For Sale January 25, 2011 posted by Phil

Ex-racers: ultimate track day weapons! Part 3 – Yamaha

Steve Hislop’s Virgin Yamaha YZF-R1 as ridden in the 2003 British Superbike Championship!

STEVE HISLOP YAMAHA YZF R1 VIRGIN OFFICIAL RACE BIKE RIDDEN BY STEVE IN THE BRITISH YAMAHA TEAM OF 2003 . FULL FACTORY REQUIREMENTS OHLINS FRONT AND REAR SHOCKS AND STEERING DAMPER OZ 16.5 WHEELS WITH BREMBO FLOATING DISCS AND CALIPERS .FULL FACTORY MOTOR FULL TITAMIUN AKRAPOVIC EXHAUST. FULL FACTORY LARGE RADIATOR .ELECTRONIC QUICK GEARSHIFTER HARRIS YOKES REARSETS ALOT MORE . FULL SPEC ON MOTOR AND VERIFICATION BY PETE BEALE.

A ONCE IN LIFE TIME CHANCE TO OWN A REAL PIECE OF BRITISH MOTORCYCLE RACING HISTORY .FOR HIZZYFANS AND COLLECTORS ONE OF THE GREATEST BRITISH RIDERS

I don’t think I need to say much more – the list of factory race spec parts and the pedigree speaks for itself. The asking price is £24,000 (which is approx. USD38,000 – ouch), so if you’re a hardcore Hizzy fan or you just like really tricked out Yamaha R1s, get your cash ready and .

Question is, of all the four ex-racers listed here, which do you think would the ultimate track bike? Hmm….