When did the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis come out?
The bike got it seat redesigned becoming wider and the ergonomics were repositioned, making it more comfortable. The FZR1000 was considered by many to be the best 1000 available when it was introduced in 1987.
Is there a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000 race bike?
1987 Yamaha Fzr1000 , This is for a parts bike / potential race bike, could be made to run with some effort. Does not have a title.
When did the FZR1000 Fire Blade come out?
When it was introduced in 1987, the FZR1000 was the sport bike. It was a class leader in handling, performance, Delta Box frame technology and 5 valves per cylinder Genesis engine design. The GSXR 1100 was cheaper but not such a good performer and later, in the 90’s, the CBR900 Fire blade was created and started to compete with the FZR1000.
When did the Yamaha FZR1000 Thunder Ace come out?
The last model improvements were in 1991 and 1994, until the FZR1000 was replaced by the YZF 1000 Thunder Ace in 1996. When it was introduced in 1987, the FZR1000 was the sport bike. It was a class leader in handling, performance, Delta Box frame technology and 5 valves per cylinder Genesis engine design.
The bike got it seat redesigned becoming wider and the ergonomics were repositioned, making it more comfortable. The FZR1000 was considered by many to be the best 1000 available when it was introduced in 1987.
1987 Yamaha Fzr1000 , This is for a parts bike / potential race bike, could be made to run with some effort. Does not have a title.
What kind of brakes does a 1987 Yamaha FZR have?
Great riding bike, ready to ride. 2001 Yamaha R1 brake calipers and Braided Stainless Steel Brake lines have been installed on a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000 17″ x 3.5″ front wheel. The rear wheel has been replaced with a 1999 Yamaha YZF600R 17″ x 5″ wheel. Tires are Continental Conti-Motions with nearly new tread on matching set.
How old is the motor on a Yamaha FZR?
The FZR’s motor is far from stressed, so isn’t that likely to be unreliable. However you are talking a bike that is now entering its 27 th year on the road, so items such as the electrics, bearings, suspension and exhaust system may well be requiring updating or refreshing.