DON'T BUY the New Yamaha R1

I've got one main issue with the 2020 Yamaha R1...
I've had my R1 since its release in mid 2020. I love the bike and it's been an absolute blast. But after nearly a year of ownership, there's something I just can't look past. Something that would lead me to discourage anyone else from buying this bike. At least for right now...

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[ReevyTCG]

*looks at bank account*
Yeah don't worry, wasn't planning to for a long time 😂

[OAwesomeO]

I havent been watching motovlogging in years now. I came back and your one of the only original motovloggers that still makes videos primarily about motorcycles. I love you for that man. Stay safe

[lexkingvlogs]

This is the worst mindset "i dont like the fact that I can't max the bike out"... that would never be a reason to hinder me from obtaining a bike that appeals to me personally

[KYKRR]

not going to share it but man I know exactly where you're riding and now I know I've heard you pass by my house before haha.

[Daimxn]

As someone who isn't very mechanically inclined with motorcycles im perfectly fine keeping the bike stock except for a few visual mods and an exhaust.

[dakotajones]

He says its raining so much bruh i just got 14inches of snow 😂

[theflyingyetti_]

A tuner in the uk has put a 2015 ecu in a 2020 bike, it’s making a lot more bhp

[dhirmer]

Ecu flash is a ridiculously silly reason not to buy an R1.. there is no streets in the world that you actually need an ECU flash. Even for track use you don't need an ECU flash 🤦

[thomastometich]

Just bought a 2021 Raven Edition the day after Christmas. Just can't beat the looks, especially that tail section, the sound, and the respect that the R1 demands. It's not the fastest, but it is the best looking IMO

[floydlias]

It would take a lot more than having to wait for a ECU flash for me not to by a R1, I purchased a 2020 r1m last year witch is the 5th R1 that I’ve owned . When ever I’m in the market for a bike i go to the dealership and look at all the bikes and I always leave with the R1, looks wise the other bikes just don’t compare (the only time i didn’t think that was 09 to 14 R1 🤮) and the seating position just fits me better. And at the end of the day its a solid bike on a solid platform ( i have never had any problems with any of the r1’s that i have owned). Now as far as the other bike i was looking at for 2020 was the BMW S1000RR and after some research finding out that they were having problems with front brakes leaking, rims cracking, cold start issues (that require a flash ) and a dead spot at 5000 to 7000 rpm (that required a flash) all those problems made my choice very easy.

[nybluesking]

I have the 2020 R1. The bike is sick right from the factory. I agree with your frustration on the ECU flash. But overall I love the bike and it's performance right out the door. Put 10k miles in the first 9 months and no problems other than the quieter exhaust

[duncan]

Gotta love MKBHD. I love seeing the automotive/bike world and tech world cross paths

[thomaswalker]

I have an 06' R1, and if I were to get a newer one. I'd get either a 17' or 18'.

[AMoneyBig]

Motonosity you need to contact Moore Mafia or Brock himself they can help you with the ECU and also F1 Air Filter and Carbon Wheels

[SPSHIFTING]

Thats for any new bike, i have the 2021 ZX10r on hold for that same reason, of course thats going to happen, every tuner needs to learn the bike dude, dont bring that bike down that's one of the sexiest bike ever, so just chill and wait you'll get what you're looking for in mods just hang in there, this happened even with the 2020 and before that, its just what happens when a new bike comes along and they learn it. So people dont listen to this guy.

[dogdtwo]

The first H2 took nearly a year and a half for an ECU flash. Now us kawasaki owners are facing it again.

[ForeverCello]

I absolutely love my 2020 R1! I am plenty satisfied with it as is.

[JDAM-bisn]

Ive done 15000 km on my 2020 R1 last year (EU) and have been on track with it as well. No ECU flash is fine.

[grayfoxmk]

I have a ‘18 Raven R1, with a full Akrap. I know the thing would run smoother with a flash, but the backfire and crackling is absolutely intoxicating to me

[miller]

I have a 2021 R1 Raven and to me it’s the baddest bike i ever owned/ do not need to flash cause when you get on it and hit the throttle it sounds like a jet with the stock exhaust and super fast !