Yamaha YZF-R1 reviews

I traded in my '07 ZX6R for the R1 and never looked back. Besides the killer looks, this bike really performs. Brakes, handling, power and ergonomics are outstanding. I would definitely buy this bike again. It does not lag at 5500 rpm in 2nd gear! Show less

I just got me a '07 metallic black R6 and love it. I saved money over the '08 which I don't mind putting into upgrades on the '07. As you can tell I rode about 100 miles so far on it and it's still way within its break in period before I open her up. You will never get as many compliments with any other bike like you do with this one. By far the best looking 600 out there. Plus it handles like no other. A must to own no matter the year '06, '07 or '08. Show less

I just bought this bike and for a fist time girl rider this is awesome! I have ridden on back for years and it was time for me to be in control. I almost bought the gsxr 600 but fell in love with the Yamaha. Show less

I just got the 07 R1 about 2 weeks ago and already I have put 1,000 miles on her. It has to be one of the most comfortable street-bikes I have ridden on and the response you get from the motor is just amazing. I jumped from a 1990 600 to a 97 1200 then right to the R1 without missing a beat and I have never looked back. If you are pondering getting this bike, stop pondering and go buy the best motorcycle you can ever own. Show less

This is the perfect 600 in my opinion. I think it is the prettiest 600 out there too. The performance, handling and reliability are exceptional. This is my first sportbike and I put more miles on it in three months than I did in three years on my cruiser. It is great around town, super nimble and so much fun to ride. I get 44-48 MPG. The fingers do get a little numb after 40 or so miles at 80mph, but it's nothing to complain about. I am completely satisfied with this bike! Show less

This bike is awesome. I have done a few mods to my bike looks and motor-wise. It is super fast and handles like a dream. The R6 is for sure the best 600 on the road. Show less

I bought this bike about two months ago. I had never rode a bike until about a week before I got this one. The first day I bought my R6 I was too scared to take it above 47mph. After about 200 miles of riding, I was ready to take it sooo much faster! I didn't because of the break in period, but it is such a good bike to learn on, it begged to go faster! I'm 5'10" and have somewhat short legs. The bike does sit up a lot higher than most. I cannot get both feet flat on the ground at the same time, however, I'm pretty close. If you are short this may not be the best for you. 4 days after I got mine, my buddy bought an 07 gixer 600. I rode his, and afterwards, I was actually much happier with mine! The gixer was more comfortable, but mine rode soooo much smoother, it didn't vibrate like the gixer either. We switched bikes for a quick ride, and he even admits that mine is AMAZING at high speed cornering! It is a track bike, it is meant to handle corners well!! I have 3300 miles on it now, and I have had it up to 154mph in 5th gear, I started to run out of road then. I would imagine that it might hit 160-165. If you're trying to make a decision between the gixer and the R6, I would get the R6 for high speed performance handeling, and cornering, if you just wana cruise, then get the gixer. I'm trading my R6 for an R1 next summer! Show less

Plain and simple this bike is sick. I got it in the Candy Red color and it looks ridiculous in the sun. Even guys that have been riding for years are jelaous of the bike. Yea it's a 600 but the it's lighter and mid-range torque is sick. Show less

I started riding bikes when I was 9 years old. Now i'm 29. Simply, this is the best 600cc bike so far.. and I have no words to explain about the beauty of this bike. The performance too.. I don't think any other 600 can beat this for many many years... Thanks to Yamaha. Show less

This was my first 1000cc bike and it is great. The only bad thing is it can get uncomfortable due to the seat position pushing you into the tank. Other than that, it's fun to ride and very smooth. I would buy it again. Show less