2012 Yamaha YZF R1
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2012 Yamaha R1
By (I am an Owner) on Jan 11, 2015I have ridden my 2012 R1 for two summers now and overall I am happy. My old 1997 Thunderace was more comfortable but can't top the new cross plane engine! It sounds amazing! It's fun and with traction control much safer to ride. It's not the most powerful bike but it powerful enough. Love the yamaha ... blue colour.
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The Only (R)-One
By (I am an Owner) on Mar 24, 2014In my opinion, one of the top 2 Japanese liter bikes (Honda CBR1000RR being the other) on the market. The cross-plane crankshaft sounds wicked, the dual exhaust adds to the street racer appeal, and the overall looks and comfort can't be matched.
Don't get this bike if you want a comfortable ... ride, good gas mileage, or an alternative daily driver. The R-1 is meant for spirited riding and track day fun. I'm fortunate to have gotten the exclusive (only 2000 worldwide) 2012 MotoGP edition. I get comments from new riders at each weekly meet.
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