Got myself a 2001 R1!
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Got myself a 2001 R1! I've been looking for a Sport bike for months and finally had some luck. I Went through probably 4 different bikes that were almost purchased but fell through. I found this 2001 Yamaha R1 in Blue with 7495 miles and went for it. The bike was owned by a guy who babied it so he managed to never drop it. It's just had the carbs cleaned and has amsoil in it. It has Carbon fiber/ stainless exhaust by Yoshimura. The bike rides awesome and was definitely worth the 3600 I paid 
It also included a brand new Dunlop tire, manual, original exhaust and old headlight bulbs.
pics below
It also included a brand new Dunlop tire, manual, original exhaust and old headlight bulbs. pics below
Beautiful R1!
I own an 01 with 13k miles. Paid 3300. Just had the carbs synced and jetted bike put down 137rwhp. These bikes run great!
Wow man that bike looks brand new. 3600 is a great price i would have snagged that up when i was looking.
I own an 01 with 13k miles. Paid 3300. Just had the carbs synced and jetted bike put down 137rwhp. These bikes run great!
Wow man that bike looks brand new. 3600 is a great price i would have snagged that up when i was looking.
Ya i registered over there but haven't posted. What part of NoVA are you from? We should go for a ride sometime!
Here is my R1:
Taking it over to RNR Cycles in sterling to get the new michelin pilot power 2cts mounted up tomorrow!
Is this your first bike? I still can't get over how clean that bike is. Be careful out there!
Here is my R1:
Taking it over to RNR Cycles in sterling to get the new michelin pilot power 2cts mounted up tomorrow!
Is this your first bike? I still can't get over how clean that bike is. Be careful out there!
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That's an awesome looking R1, I love the exhaust. Yeah it is my first bike lol but it's a-lot easier to ride than people said it would be. I'm out in Ashburn, you're in manassas right? I was the guy looking at the orange R6 a while ago but didn't end up getting it https://ls1tech.com/forums/eastern-m...yamaha-r6.html . I'm down for riding but it'll be a bit before I'm completely situated in the bike.
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Verdad Gallardo That's an awesome looking R1, I love the exhaust. Yeah it is my first bike lol but it's a-lot easier to ride than people said it would be. I'm out in Ashburn, you're in manassas right? I was the guy looking at the orange R6 a while ago but didn't end up getting it https://ls1tech.com/forums/eastern-m...yamaha-r6.html . I'm down for riding but it'll be a bit before I'm completely situated in the bike.
I didn't know you were looking Matt. They are out there just have to be patient. Which i wasn't. Also your craigslist up that way doesn't have much. If you look in D.C you will get 3+ pages a day of new bikes that come up for sale. I actually ended up driving close to 4 hours away for mine. The money i have into it now i should have just found something a little nicer around here, but i can't complain i really like this bike.
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Beautiful. I'd love to pick a bike up soon, but I think with the launch of the shop I'm probably going to have to wait another year. Plan to start out with a 600 something though. I've ridden a couple times, but never owned a bike. Always admired! =)
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Careful that is a lot of bike for a starter. But it's the same as any other bike if you just stay out of the throttle or use good throttle modulation. I only had a 600 for like 2 months before i wanted the liter bike. My whole deal is i end up dumping money into whatever car/bike i own so why waste money on a 600 that i know i will go to 1000 soon? Just be careful, more so of other drivers then anything else and don't forget to wear your GEAR! I'm in springfield and now i remember you back when you were looking at the orange r6. Shoot me a PM whenever you want to go for a ride or any questions that you may have.
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Humannipple: What is your username on .net? I'm on there as well. I have an 02 R6. It would be awesome to meet up with some fellow riders who also own f-bodies. I'm right in the Oakton/Tysons area.
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oh and your SS is the same color as mine. Thread Starter
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Last edited by HumanNipple; Jun 19, 2010 at 07:57 PM.
Pot holes are annoying. I pretty much ride the same route everyday so I know where the big ones are. I got run off the road this morning on my way into work by some guy in a white van, then he just smirked at me. Hate people in this area. I'm Blackbowite on .net. I'll keep an eye out for you on there. Let me know when you want to ride.
Cars are the same color and the bikes are too.
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i took my bike to get inspected on one of my first rides and some bitch went right around me when I was clearly turning into the lane, i'm glad I turned my head. People around here just don't pay attention, i'm glad you're okay! Pewter Camaro's are great to keep clean and the blue is great for looks.
I hear you guys. Never ride in someones blind spot, either speed up or slow down. I find it hard to just "cruise" on a highway/parkway.
Collin - you wouldn't happen to have been at RNR cycles today where you? I was talking to someone with an 02 R6...very similar to yours.
Collin - you wouldn't happen to have been at RNR cycles today where you? I was talking to someone with an 02 R6...very similar to yours.
I hear you guys. Never ride in someones blind spot, either speed up or slow down. I find it hard to just "cruise" on a highway/parkway.
Collin - you wouldn't happen to have been at RNR cycles today were you? I was talking to someone with an 02 R6...very similar to yours.
Collin - you wouldn't happen to have been at RNR cycles today were you? I was talking to someone with an 02 R6...very similar to yours.