1999 Yamaha YZF R1 My first impressions

A Afirst generation R1 that I collected just 2 days ago and have already started to greatly admire.
Its had a few custom parts added which I like. It runs great but has a few scuffs here and there. I don't mind that as it gives me the opportunity to make a few quick and easy changes to improve the bike and increase the satisfaction of ownership.
This channel has been created because while I was researching R1s on youtube before buying it I could not find anything useful to me. Only videos of dickheads doing wheelies and racing down busy roads dangerously.
This channel may suit you if you are curious about the original R1 and want to understand more about it. Maybe you're an admirer or possibly looking to buy one? The channel is about the bike.
Im an English man now living in Japan so the channel may also be an opportunity to share with the world some breath taking scenery this country has to offer.

[@yamaha4xv]

Hello Rider Japan, I recently joined the channel and I'm really excited about it. I’m currently in the process of purchasing the same model Yamaha R1 (1999), and just like you, I rode an R6 back in the early 2000s. I feel like we share the same mindset when it comes to riding and working on bikes. It's a shame you live so far from the Netherlands 😕. I’ve already watched many of your videos, and each one has been enjoyable, informative, and helpful. I can’t wait until the R1 is here in my garage! Keep up the great work with your videos. It might be fun to connect, either personally or otherwise. Cheers!

[@lanceeggenberg9595]

I have 2 of these and I absolutely love this generation of r1 I have 1 that is a street queen and I have another that I heavily modified in the motor and intake portions of this beast!! Awesome bike you will regret selling it if that day comes the new R1 don’t handle as well as this year

[@richmead9569]

Great vid! I have a 1999 in Blue. Bought it approx 12yrs ago. Its Done 20k miles but been off the road for 7yrs. Just this week ordered a stack of parts including full clutch kit, cables, full service kit, chain & sprockets, carburetor rebuild kit and much more. Great bikes and I won't part with mine, after this long its kind of part of you. Look forward to the transformation👍

[@rodneybrimer5171]

I always liked the red/white combo very sharp👍

[@dimebag6675]

Aw man , u don’t need to change so much on the bike! Looks fantastic as is… ride and enjoy… 🤟

[@alexhoffam4170]

Tank pad very necessary, because eventually that section of tank will get paint ware, they come off easy even if they have been on for years, just use a hair dryer.

[@seanmoore4653]

Greetings from Ireland, You mentioned Seven sisters, I went to London to buy a car before and had to get a train to Seven sisters to get the car lol. I like your attitude and and taste and looking to buy the same or next model up soon.

[@gh-vi9tk]

Use warm air drier to get tank pads off, easy and straight forward. No damage if you know what your doing.

[@jamesbrennan3368]

Use muck off speed polish to remove the adhesive from stickers and tank pads , no damage to paintwork

[@SapientSEO]

Waiting for mine to arrive this week from the Netherlands. It's in blue color.

[@keykooo]

I just made your 300th subscriber! This morning I got a 2002 gen 2 R1 here in New Zealand :)

[@riderjapan1731]

Thanks! Its fun to get a nice round number. Cool bike enjoy it. Choose your moments carefully before testing its full power

[@keykooo]

@@riderjapan1731 I've been riding for a bit more than 20 years and I never felt so "threatened" by a bike :D

[@aftabkazi1]

Your R1 is awesome!! Like your vids!! Ride safe..

[@johneley5680]

Mate I've had my 99 R1 same as yours 😊 Had her since 99. She's now 25 & I'm 64 years old Lucky lucky me 😀😀 25 years of happy funn 😂😂😂😂 Still riding I have no need to change 😊😊😊 Enjoy yours Ride hard Ride safe 190 rear is standard But if you wish for her to turn tighter in the corners Fit a 180 on the rear She will tern a lot sharper 😊 Ya speedo she as standard switch from miles to kilometers trip it 😂

[@riderjapan1731]

Congrats! This bike is the best. Im about to make a 3 year ownership video. All good news

[@BIFFY425]

Great bikes

[@FancyAnimal]

Nothing screams amateur like a blacked-out windscreen. If you ever want to track it you’ll understand why. ‘99 R1 came stock with 190/50 ZR17.

[@mosestoledo9184]

🤣 not everyone wants to use them for track, doesn't mean they are amateur.

[@jakeR1954rr]

My 954rr came with a blacked out screen. Swapped for a clear double bubble. Arizona sun started melting my dash via the clear bubble. Something to say about the dark screen, yea lol. Switched to a regular dark tint after. I do like the clear, though.

[@riderjapan1731]

Noted thanks. Cant see the digital display in sunlight though

[@MalShakur]

Here because I just bought one. Yours is sweet!

[@riderjapan1731]

Great! Iv had mine a year and a half its such a good bike Im really enjoying it still

[@mrpaulm3014]

Difficult bike to ride fast, power delivery exiting turns is non linear & harsh. I had one from 2003 to 2015. It's still a sharp looking bike though.

[@riderjapan1731]

I did read that the later bikes had less snappy power delivery

[@NudaMan]

I think the 08-16 R6’s must of got there design for the front fairing from this bike 🤔 I got a 03 R1 in silver with only 20.8k miles 👌🏾 debating if I should keep it or not lol

[@vojdanzaprov4643]

You can't go wrong with Japanese bike in Japan

[@aftabkazi1]

what do work as there in Japan?

[@franckgolini5331]

Beautiful bike mate Looking for one myself!… please don’t darken the screen

[@maximilliancunningham6091]

Show me a 22 year old bike that hasn't been dropped, and I'lll show one that hasn't been seriously ridden.

[@micign2520]

Hi, just came across your channel. How is living in Japan? May I know what you do for your living?

[@riderjapan1731]

Check out 'Diamond Mounter' channel 😉

[@aftabkazi1]

190mm is standard on the R1..

[@fireblade3682]

That's a nice looking bike, but if you have a liter bike and don't plan to brake the speed limit you won't have any fun on it.

[@riderjapan1731]

not true. its great to ride at any speed

[@karlvanboxel561]

Bollocks to ya views on the tank protectors they work well I luv em as do millions of others needs must it’s subjective any how Yu wanna scratch ya paint go for it wreck ya fckn paint 😂

[@riderjapan1731]

2 years of use and still no marks on the paint. Maybe its only heavy duty motorcycle jacket zips that will scratch?

[@brianfreeman4499]

Your taste in what will make this bike look nice is horrible, no one keeps those long levers in the U.S. You have the taste of a 65 year old man.

[@riderjapan1731]

I have Rc2 levers by CRG now. The US is the world leader in terrible mods. 30 inch car alloy wheels, those Harleys with long stretched out front forks, everything covered in the American flag design etc

[@stephenmacdonald912]

Hopfully the second gear doesnt slip. I bought a blue one and it would jump outta gear in second. I tore it down and replaced the 6th and second gears .. i still have it

[@CarlosXJ]

Very common on those generations of R1 to have worn out gear dogs