Build Date: 1998
Make: Yamaha
Model: YZF-R1
Body Type: Motorcycle
Engine Type: 998cc Inline 4 Cylinder 4
Odometer: 60681 Kms Showing
VIN / Chassis: JYARN0154WA000004
Engine Number: N501E-005128

Being offered UNRESERVED

Out of a single vendor collection. This is a rare early-production example of the legendary first-generation Yamaha R1, this 1998 AU-delivered bike carries Build Number 4, making it one of the very first R1s officially sold in Australia. Presented in great condition, it represents a significant moment in superbike history being the model that rewrote the litre-class rulebook. Was listed as a repairable write off in 2005, has been inspected and re-registered since, vendor advises it has been stored for some time, kicks over & runs, has new battery.

This vehicle is located in our facility in Newcastle, for further information please contact Phil Shaw on 0437 637 644.

To protect your investment vehicle bidders should consider at a minimum replacement of fuel, oil, fluids, filters and thorough brake inspection as vehicles may have been stationary for some time. Vehicles are sold as is off the floor – unregistered. Please check photos carefully for vehicle condition. No warranty expressed or implied, sold with all or any faults, and where applicable sold with Australian Government Import Approval.

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