2004 YAMAHA R1 Review YZF-R1 || Long Term
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- Today I take an opportunity to do an in depth review of the Superbike that broke the 1:1 power to weight barrier; The 04 YAMAHA R1! Top speed, miles per gallon, comfort, ergonomics, handling, electronics, and more.
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bought one new in 2004 and im still lovin it in 2022!
I still have my 2004.The best R1's ever made in my opinion....
It has been a great bike!
Me too, actually the 04 I’m on now I found with 715 miles on it a couple years ago completely bone stock absolutely mint condition. Felt like I won the lottery.
I still have my 04 R1. Bought it new and although many new models have been released since, I have test rode them and I can honestly say that when I jumped back onto mine I decided not to trade in. It's still blisteringly quick and looks awesome. I used to change my bike every 4 years, but nothing else on the market has ticked the boxes the way the 5VY has.
So true. I had 5 till now and the one i have now is a red 06 one i will never sell.
@King Sun I was very lucky, just happened to be looking when it was listed. Both a 1998 and a 04 listed on a Friday night 4500 each same guy. I immediately responded with cash right now if the bike you are selling is the bike in the pics I’ll take it. I still barely made it being another guy had responded before me apparently and almost bought both. He ended up with the 98 and I the 04. I wanted both and have continued my search for a clean 98 ever since. This guy was the original owner of both bikes and kept them immaculate. It’s still my baby today, my only bike I’ll never sell.
I'm so glad I got my 04 R1 half a year ago. I still have some mods to do on it myself, but even now, it's a blast when I get it up to speed.
My 04 R1 is my favorite bike and I’ll never let it go.
super cool bikes!
I just got a 04, first bike I have actually owned. I'm very proud and i do have to say the r1 can be forgiving to someone you has general basics of bike riding.
So, you jumped into an F-16, without any experience ?
The problem is when the adrenaline jumps and you get too cocky
You are right. A 2004 r1 was my first bike. Never had any problems. If your Responsible and respect the power you will be fine.
And I still have my 04 , 11years now ..still gets my heart pumping and just looks gorgeous . Use her nearly every day and the amount of attention she grabs is awesome and she'll be 18 in early 2020 !!
Ever need a new clutch? My 05 is kinda noisy at idle, nothing crazy but im just aware of it. Has 21k on it. Just rebuilt the whole motor bearings, rings, seals, etc
@@frankiemarchese2978 funnily enough just the past week I've noticed mine is sounding bit louder but thought it was just me , clutch never done & just under 23k on it . Keep thinking about getting something else as I'm nearly 55 and long rides are out of the question now maybe a mt10 or xv1700 warrior...but would love to be still on r1's at 60 😂🤣 . ..safe riding to you sir
😂 the r1 is a pretty comfy ride! Yeah I read that the rivets in the back of the basket can wear causing those springs to have more room to rattle in
Almost to 10,000 miles on my 04 it will hit 10 for sure after my last trip of the year to deals gap.
I purchased my 04 bone stock except Gilles rearsets chain adjusters, and all of the gtyr carbon fiber upgrades. 715 miles on her when bought. Amazing machine.
they are awesome bikes! I really like mine!
Sold my 06 raven for the 09 r1 raven. Now i have the 09 and the 16 raven but i couldnt get away from the 5v feeling it always made my heart beat with it so i got me 1 week ago an 06 raven again. Exceptional outside condition but Needed valves service,clutch basket and is still leaking from somewhere i havent found yet. Just done valves and full service on it plus a pair of 22s bridges. Tomorrow gonna try finish with the leakage issue i think it might be coming from a belly seal.
My first 1000 has been a cherry 04 r1 back on 2007 i love how they can sound broken sometimes is a 5v thing few will understand😂. But top end...they bring smile everytime
Beautiful bikes
5v for life!
4:02 agreed
Agreed
Awesome review. Thanks.
I have an 05. By far my favorite body style of the R1s. And people dont believe it does 100 in 1st gear. For the year its insanely fast. Very accurate review. I dont have the baffles in my exhaust though.
Yep, 100 in 1st and 125 in 2nd
Agree with you best r1 created best motor and reliable, best looking appearance, even tho i have an 03
Your view is gorgeous dude
thanks man!
Beautiful could not agree more
Superb machine. Definite standout. My only complaint is the heat on a warm day.
This bike made made sell my 2002 that I bought with 13,XXX miles. I'm on a pcx125 rn but within a few months I'll get an 04-06.
The 2004 R1 and R6 are my favourite in all version,hope to get one of it someday,not just because they are beautiful to me,it also nostalgic memory that is also the year Rossi lift up Yamaha again from Zero to Hero, to prove he is the best in that era
Thats awesome. All great reasons to love that era of R1!
The bike also won at the Isle Of Mann, TT.
I purchased a 04 late 2018 had it serviced and wheel bearings replaced, front and back. 5 months ago I fitted a BMC Air filter and had the throttle body's tuned and bike serviced now it a beast. Currently have 72000 miles on the clock.
Sounds like an awesome bike!
How many miles when the wheel bearings needed replacement?
@@RacerRed You can say that again... totally loving it. Just had a set of Bridgestine Battlax S22 fitted last weekend.
Love my 04 R1 !! Got 50k miles on her and she still runs strong. Nice vid spot on ! I installed Heli Bars on mine. Big difference for longer rides !
I will have to check out those heli bars! I really enjoy the R1. The 2012 I had was wayyyyyy faster, but also wayyyy heavier! Honestly i liked my 12 more though, just because it was way more comfortable.
Nice to hear still going good at 50,000 miles. Have you had any issues? I guess at least the stator/rotor?
I just hit 60k. Just changed my charging system, runs super healthy.
I love these bikes!
I have 36k on mine and has been flawless. I have aftermarket full micron exhaust. Proper power commander tune. Lowered by 1.5 inches. Best bike ever imo
great bikes for sure!
Had my 05 for about 10 years, always loved it and never wanna sell it. Only problem is battery, which is just too small. Cold weather cranks are a just about luck if it starts or not. Warm, no problem.
That’s why u always kee a battery tender on in the winter
My is at 33k, runs flawless and still very powerful. I love it.
Good to hear! Its a beast!
38k on mine and no valve adjustment needed at the 28k interval
nice song in the end :D
I just picked one up, im fixing it rn!
Nice! good luck on the project!
@@RacerRed thanks man🤘🏻🤘🏻
Had one of these I think the best looking R1 mine was lava red a great old mans bike the position is forgiving and lightweight so easy to push about.
Thanks for sharing! This R1 is really amazing looking, but i found that its very uncomfortable compared to the 09-14 model R1's because of the seat and bar position.
Great review! Are there any modes on this version?
Found an unmolested 05 R1 (same color) about a year ago with 13,500 miles. Put a new set of Q3+ tires on and just returned from a trip to Deals Gap NC, "Tail of the Dragon". This $4200 bike is raw and bullet proof. What a blast. It's a keeper, but I,m 65 and might need to get one of those seats. Haha
What did you pay, if you don't mind me asking? I'm looking at an 04 with 12k miles as we speak
I don't know if i would recommend the seat. I had to modify the bracket for it to fit on my bike. It still doesnt fit like it should. For almost $400 you would think it would fit like a dream. Also, its comfortable, but not a magic solution. It sounds like bar risers could help you out a lot. I'm thinking about getting some of those.
Me Myself; I paid $4200 cash, but the bike was easily worth 5k. Guy who had it was buying it from a friend who's name was still on the title. He said he rode it a couple of times it scared him, plus he just got a new girlfriend and had other things on his mind. Haha
RacerRed thanks for the info. I rode yesterday and figured if I wouldn't be on the seat much anyway if I rode with the right technic. 😁
Thank you !
You’re welcome
@@RacerRed I had the 98 R&W bought original. One piston seized up, in 2021, now I'm on an 05 (red) She'l pull harder in 6th, than the 98 could in 5th. It has the Devil aftermarket slip ons, the flush mounts, zero gravity wind screen and the drilled aluminum mini levers, also, integrated rear brake & turn signals. I replaced the lead acid battery at the end of the 23 season, with lithium, it saves about 2 pounds, it starts a lot faster and the throttle response seems even crisper. While no slouch, the legendary 98 being powerfull, light and compact, the 05 feels lighter, and easier to handle, and with a lower CG. The longer stroke 98 had a little more torque off the line at low RPM, but the short stroke, oversquare 05, bascially turns into a jet turbine above 6K. This is the 8th, big fast, Yamaha supersports I've owned since starting out in 83. Including YZF & FZR 1000s, and FZ-750s.
Agree with all your comments, throw in Ohlins all round, brembo brakes, carbon fibre wheels, all fastners in titaniumor aluminium, titanium exhaust, dynojet power commander and corbin seat and it is as good as anything and its mine in Raven kkk
What do you do for the frame getting so hot, is there a heat shield for the frame?
I'm looking at an '05 in immaculate condition, has 24,000 miles. Is there any specifics to this R1 model besides the usual pre-owned inspection I should look out for?
I have a 2004 R1, same blue color. What mount are you using for your mobile phone? And how/where is it attached? Looking to temporarily mount my iPhone when I need GPS. Any advice, suggestion would be much appreciated.
This will be my very first bike! Pretty excited! Won't go past 70 while I'm learning tho lol 😆 exact same colorway and everything. Fav color is blue so it's a no brainer
Has it going bro, did you survive the R1 as a first bike?
@@stanza77 going to write a book now. Noob Survived the R1 😁 its an amazing bike! Now the snow has cleared its time!!!
@@stanza77 definitely not for the faint hearted though! I can say with my chest high that I never dropped it when learning, thankfully 😅
Nice review. Fyi my 05 r1 doesn't require a different key to open the rear storage compartment. Same ignition key.
Thanks man! I didn’t realize that about the ignition. My bike must have had a replacement storage compartment
Going to pick up a 2005 R1 tomorrow. Anything I should look out for in inspecting the bike and on the test drive? Please let me know. Thank you.
I have 04 R1, really fast and stable. Main flaws are starter motor which gets dirty inside (brushes wear) and wont start engine properly, pain in the ass to replace it, generator rotor magnets tends to fall of and destroy stator, unbearable to ride on hot days, main cause is catalyser Y-pipe, easy to replace with aftermarket item. Recall on primary TPS for all 04 and some 05 models.
What about valve adjustments? What’s the intervals and was it done before you bought this one?
What support for the mobile do you use?
Does that bike have built in lock ? I’m planning to buy yahama r1 2004 same year but different color
In own a 04R1. Kn filter. Block off plates cat delete graves slip on. U
Mentioned something about a ecu flash. Is there any benefit to doing this. Thanks nice bike
I have a 2003 R1 and love it with less miles as your 04. Still looking for a 04,05or06. I had one back in 04 and it was stolen from me sad to say.
Nice! sorry to hear your 04 was stolen though! Thieves suck sooo hard
Does it have performance modes? Track, rain, street, etc
Mine has 34K need a new clutch basket eventually to get rid of the rattling but still good to go
I’m currently looking at an 04 decatted black R1 with 45,000 miles on it, and honestly it’s really hard to stay calm about it before I go see it.
That was quick! I thought on my 06 hayabusa 85mph on 1st gear was fast😅im glad i ve sold busa and now my mechanic said hes got 04 r1 with 9k miles for sale. Black one i think he said. Im gonna have a look on her later on 🤞😊
These R1's are a blast!
@@RacerRed i visited yesterday this 04 blue r1 and with twin pipe scorpion exhaust sounds brutal, i had lovely loud poppin leo vince can on last bike but this is pure madness, 3 owners from new, 10k miles on clock- nothing. I have to put my hands on it. 5.5k is fair price as he said he bought for himself so is no rush to sell plus he said - if you want you can go watch these under £4k or around 4ish and take and then i would say" i told you not to buy crap" and here i just done service, new diablo rosso rubber. Bike looks like its new. I wish to put pic here but we all know how blue 04 r1 looks like😇 when i sat on this r1 i felt like on 125( sizewise) but after hayabusa EVERY bike will feel "small" after busa. Im hopin to get this bike within 2 months as skydiving places still shut so it looks like im not gonna jump much in 2020 so lets have a r1!
ok wow.. that needle jumped up like it was nothing :o
trying to look at one of these, love the review. any suggestions on window for price on 04 9k miles?
I would say between 4500 & 5500 here in Idaho.It is very very difficult to find a clean one though. Most of these bikes get laid down at some point.
@@RacerRed seen one up for 6500, it's got 8800 miles. Seem like great bikes!
I saw someone selling an r1 2004 with 24k odo do you think it’s worth buying it or go for a newer model?
Does the bike have any power under 6k rpm or do you have to rev it for power?
Depends on what you are comparing it against. The power is fine. Nobody can utilize an R1's potential on the street. That said, my 12 R1 would blow this bike away in low and midrange power.
@@RacerRed well i do lol
@@RacerRed ill top out all gears and hit 189 at 2 am. Its really something else let me tell yah.
My 04 R1 shat a brick 🧱 cause of a shortage still love tho
What do you mean?? Shat a brick?? Shortage of what?
Would yal do this or a gsxr 1000
I no longer have any desire to own an RR or Super Sport. My body says hell no after a couple hours, lol. I am considering picking up a 2nd gen FZ1 though, but after I get the 701 Sumo I've been dreaming about. Can't deny you've got a beautiful bike regardless!
They definitely arent known to be the most comfortable bikes, thats for sure! I have like the R1, so far. Believe it or not, its my "comfort" bike for when i want to take the girlfriend on a ride. My other bike is a really uncomfortable dual sport, so its not the best for long trips with passengers. I might get a long range bike in the future if i want to do trips across the country double up, though.
Hey man do you know where I can find some good passenger pegs?
I dont. Have you tried googling it and see what comes up?
FYI the first year R1 to have Fly By Wire throttle was 2007-2008 model.
I realized this after i uploaded. Thank you for the info, though. It's always good to get accurate info out there!
@@RacerRed no worries I just wanted to put the info on here for people to have . hopefully I did not come off as snide and offend you . cheers
My friend gave me his today. It's been sitting for 5 years. Any idea how much it will take to get it running? It was outside under tarps. Thanks for any info and I'm super excited to ride it.
No idea
You’re so fortunate!
@@noeagosto9231 it's all fixed up now
Was 2000 bucks to get it street worthy
@@gbmike1xx565 well money spent!
@@gbmike1xx565 what did it need for $2k??? A new engine? Jeez
I just got a 05 raven only thing i dont like is the red around the rim
The red trim is one of my favorite details! To each his own I guess!
I rode my 02 FZ1 from second gear onto the highway and took 3rd to 90 to the next exit. My wife was shocked in her car behind me. I disappeared.
I got an 05 r1 motor for $450 complete with everything to make it run and I'm slapping it in a gokart frame
Where did you find your motor I need one having trouble
Eli O OfferUp in Oregon.
Hard to find smh
Got so many issues with mine - I’m from the UK😔
I love the 04/06 R1 and when I wear my current one out I will buy another 04/06. Or 07/08 they both have their strong points. The 04/06 being the more reliable of the 2 so what I prefer. My current 04 I found 2/3 years ago with 715 miles on it. Like a dream come true.
Wow I see where I already commented on this about a year ago. Lol
I bought an 04 about 5 years ago for 5K. It had 19k miles and was owned by an older gentleman that took care of it. 2 years later I sold it for 5.1K and I've regretted it ever since. I've been looking for one lately and people want close to 7K for a high mileage one. Makes me sad.
I'm not gonna lie, i kinda regret selling this one. I sold to a bunch of kids for 5K and they kept it a year, put led underglow on it, and sold it a year later for around 7K i think. It was like new.
@@RacerRed I've been looking at the cbr600rr (used from 06 to 08) and people want 5K to 6K for that thing in average conditions. I live in southern California so I'm trying to get a bike I can use as a toy in the canyons but I don't want to spend 5 to 6k because I know I'll baby it lol
101 in first!!?? Unreal. My fz6 feels fast to me and it's heavier while only making 98 hp.
Yeah, its pretty insane! It's weird to hold on to! Sucks your back in the seat, and everything turns into a tunnel! I have been horribly sick the past 4 days, so no riding or videos until next week, unfortunately. I'm glad i snuck in this R1 video right before i got sick!
@@RacerRed that sucks man, sorry to hear it. Once you're feeling better we should hit up Idaho city!
@@premixpeter1972 I'm ready to go! I might try to go this Tuesday
@@RacerRed I'm down!
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I want this buck soooo bad it is my dream bike I’m trying to save up I’m about 2k bucks away
I no exactly where you coming from. When i was 17 years, back in 2004, i saw this bike for the first time in front of a school. Ridiculous good looking bike, revolutionary in all aspects. From that moment i had one thing in my mind for over a decade. I was 27 years when i finaly bought a 2005 model and rode it for the very first time. Now 3 years later i can say it's the best bike i've ever bought, it was definetly worth waiting a decade. I hope you will own one soon, i can already imagine the big smile on your face.
Well it’s 10 months later are ya there yet?? I just saw a 04 sell in my area for 2,000 bucks with 8,000 miles on it. I tried to snag it but was not first in line. I do have a 04 already anyway.
yzfr6 in 1998 when the R1 came out I was on a zx7, wanted the R1 so so bad and it took me 4 years to save up with selling the zx7 when the time came and bought my first new 2002 R1. It may have been my best bike ever I rode it so so many miles. End of 03 it had 36,000 miles on it. I’m now on a mint low mileage 04 and it’s now my new favorite ever but there are a couple things about the 02 I miss mainly the low end grunt. The 04 makes up for it with way more up top. The main thing is my 04 just turns so dam good. It’s unbelievable how well it turns with a set of Bridgestone rs10 190/55 rear 120/70 front combo. Try that combo and you will never go back.
04. Does not have fly by wire. Correct me if I'm wrong.
Your right.
True, fly by wire came with the '07 model
how tall are you? I hear these R1's are a little cramped in the leg department
I am 5'9 or 5'10 and its not bad. The thing that kills me is the angle against the tank, and arm pressure. My 2012 model was worlds more comfortable.
The throttle is not ride bye wire , its a cable throttle .
I’m am aware. I corrected myself
05 raven with 28k
Check your valves if they need adjustment. Youre at the 28k interval. My valves didn't need adjustment. Now at 37k miles :)
Im sorry did you say you it goes 0 to 100 in first gear?
Indeed it does.
It sure does and is one thing I don’t like about it. I like the lower first gear of the 02/03 r1 better. Easier on the clutch from a stop too.
Throttle is not fly-by-wire, it is dual cable setup. Fly-by came 07. 1st gear test is unreliable because they did that 1st gear has lower hp limiter
I’m aware, this has already been answered. 1st gear test is absolutely reliable as a first gear real world test as it’s meant to be.
My seat doesn’t take a second key.
weird, i wonder if mine was replaced at some point
@@RacerRed The R1 also didn't get fly-by-wire until the 4-valve model in 2007. I think the R6 had it with the new body style in 2206 though.
Mine take the same key to
Any reason why you stayed in first gear at 20mph? Not saying you should red line it but come on man.
Do you want to be able to hear what I’m saying? Anything faster and wind noise takes over lol
50 mpg??????
Don’t you mean 50 miles per tank????
Well, If you are cruising down the highway you can get 50. It's all in how you are riding it. If you are in the twisties you will get way less.
RacerRed I am really surprised at the mileage I get out of my 04 as well. Definitely better than my 02 was.
weighs 460lb wet if you live on planet 😂
I was gonna say….380lbs? I don’t think so. 😂
You talk shit... Is not smoth or liniar at all. Its very agresive and powerful. The ride position is very uncomfortable at the long ride.
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