Where can I find 1997 Yamaha YZF 1000 your Thunderace?
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When did the Yamaha Thunderace motorcycle come out?
Jump to navigation Jump to search. The Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace is a motorcycle produced by Yamaha from 1996 until 2003.
How much horsepower does a Yamaha YZF 1000R have?
The Genesis engine has undergone some changes aimed at improving mid-range power rather than the maximum output, which remains 145 bhp.
What are the problems with a Yamaha Thunderace?
Exups seizing is the biggest problem on this bike. Also, these bikes are designed to use oil, which is a bit rubbish on long journeys, limping it home avoiding the oil light coming on. Most stuff is easy to fix yourself. Good to have a tame tuning guy on hand though. Best out there value for money! Pulls like a train and a fast one!
When was the Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace made?
Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace. The Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace is a motorcycle produced by Yamaha from 1996 until 2003. The YZF1000R was a stop-gap bike from the FZR1000 to the YZF-R1 and produced from existing parts bins. The Thunderace five-valve four-cylinder engine was derived from the FZR1000, and the frame was adapted from the YZF750R.
Where can I buy a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace?
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What kind of engine does a Yamaha Thunderace have?
The Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace’s big old 1003cc five-valver is a meaty, proven and fast motorcycle. 147bhp may seem old hat today, but the Yamaha Thunderace’s torque spread reminds of Kawasaki’s ZZ-R1100 and is smooth, solid, glitch-free and versatile… even if the transmission is a touch notchy.
Which is better Yamaha Thunderace or Yamaha Superbike?
But ironically the Thunderace has proved to be a better big bore sports touring motorcycle than out-and-out superbike – albeit a humungously fast one. If you like your superbikes big and brash and with room for two, the Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace now represents great value.