Exup 1000

Is it just me, or do older yamahas have the most unorthodox ignition issues?! I'd say yes, and it is due to the way the coils and leads are placed. They are not so much protected, and get corroded with time. I've had the experience with 3 different Yamahas (900XJ 1984, XTZ660 1994 and FZR 1000 1989...

NickZT wrote: Doesn't use oil between servicing.

You probably have the only Genesis-type engine in the world that is not oil thirsty, lucky you!


My '89 model drinks 1/2l every 1000km...

not "too high", but where it was still in a good condiition after rubbing the tarmac

I personally recommend the "jump on it and ride" approach

Well, it will be a type of introduction in effect

Sorry for you mate, last time they invited me, costed me over 600 quid and 6 points

I like your number (had forgotten that in the UK you can buy a personnalised number!), and you don't care about the 4-wheelers

Welcome as well, the hosts are really nice and helpful over here

Nice ...

nuggit, I forgot to mention, you did not anonymise all the reg plates...

I can read some, car and bike

Somebody has opened a Pandora box!

Hi Paul, the fairings seem in a good shape for a 32YO lady!

I may be able, but unfortunately the latest issue seems to be the June one... I'll keep a look on their website (or may actually ask a colleague working in the UK).

It was easier before the Brexit !

Too bad I can't get this magazine in France...

You make me laugh with your fear of getting caught speeding :D I just had this conversation on a French forum a few days ago: I have had the same fear when I had my VFR. So I decided to cut in half the power (and the number of cylinders), I sold the VFR and bought the Ducati 750SS (from 120 BHP to 6...

I've got : Front: Dunlop SportSmart 120/70R17 Rear: Michelin 2CT 180/55R17 Regarding the RA, I remember the 1st generation, they were dynamite on my 1988 VFR! I loved them. On the other hand, they were a nightmare in the Duc' 750SS. I would tend to say they would be great on the FZR, as the RA are j...

Hi, The first thing is to check the specifics of this model: headlamps (2 round headlights), fairing (the air intakes, ...), the reserve switch, the fork and possible ajustments, ... From the 1st point (headlamps), you will immediately see if it is a 1989/1990 model or not. From the fork ajustments,...