Yamaha R1 review + pros and cons

2007 Yamaha R1 review

Feel free to comment or ask any questions. I’ll make sure to answer them.

[sovonkumarkar]

You are still watching a 2007-2008 yamaha r1 in 2020? We need to be friends!!

[JeffSana]

The whole underslung exhaust concept in a Japanese frame has always been something close to my heart 🖤

[ThrottleJunction]

Looks are subjective, I think the 07-08 are the best looking R1s.

[nicoachary]

This is one of the best reviews I've seen on YouTube. Your honesty is appreciated and I think your bike is perfect on the looks part too. Stay safe and enjoy the ride.

[youtubetrucker]

I got an 02 R1 that still terrifies me. I bought it near the end of 17. Everything you said is true. It never gets boring.

[eileenrodriguez]

07 and 08 are the best looking models ever

[johnnydept]

07-08 is still one of my favorite looking motorcycles to date

[anandnalawade]

I still own 2007 r1 which I bought in 2010 . Its been 10 years and it still scares the shit out of me . Never got bored on it .

[benstich]

The r1 in these years actually only weighs around 10-15 pounds more than the r6. With the power-weight ratio that makes this year a beast

[nwbklr]

These are GREAT commuters believe it or not. I had an 04 with 55, 000 miles when I sold it. Ran like a champ and comfortable.

[Gjetmundsen]

I started on a 2002 R1. Love that bike.
an absolute joy to ride.

steep learning curve, but stayed humble with a healthy amount of respect for the bike and all is good.

[nomad_]

The 05-08 r1’s are the sexiest R1’s!!! I love my 2005 R1!!!

[Zackm]

Looks aren't a con, they are opinions

[DbzDan]

Flashing the Ecu is a must to get rid of the throttle and gear based restriction on the 07-08. In the first 3 gears it only gives you 60% throttle till after 7000 rpm then i think its restricted up high in the rpm range also it drops down to 80%throttle even tho your wide open.

[Bossrmt]

That’s a clean bike mann ! May you enjoy your journey with this beast

[driver]

I totally agree. My first bike was a 2005 R1. Beautiful black one. And yeah. There an excellent learning bike. Full weight. Full power. These bikes track you self control. If you abuse the power they will bite you.

[bhrbehavioralhealthracing]

This year it is the lightest and highest HP till date. OEM is 180hp with 358lb dry 108t

[shermastz]

I currently own a 2008 r1. I have to totally disagree with your Cons. I guess you haven’t had much experience with litre bikes. Here are my takes from your comments.
Weight- it is still the lightest litre bike in the market. In fact it’s lighter then the 2015 Gen.
Ecu flash will make your idle smoother which is totally opposite of what you are saying.
Gas mileage- it’s not great if you’re commuting in heavy traffic. 600cc has way better mileage when you’re doing stop and go.
Looks wise I think it’s a design that will never look old that’s why they are holding their value.
True Cons in my opinion:
Not a lot of low end power as compared to other litre bikes
Under tail exhaust can cook your balls in summer. Aftermarket exhausts are super expensive.

[rcrbrewster]

3:20 ... WRONG! ... This is the nicest looking R1 YAMAHA ever made.

[skhades]

“don’t ever really have to worry ab gas prices”

2021: hold my beer. actually. hold the entire case