Don't write it off from my opinion mate, try one as everyone's different I'm not overly comfy on my blade but put up with it as I love it!
Doubt there would be aby rc8's about for 4 grand, will have a look though as i do like them. Have found a few good r1's on ebay, this one looks very good to me Factory standard and original 1999 YAMAHA 4XV YZF-R1 | eBay
He did advertise it a few weeks back at 4750 but needs the cash.He told Colwins he wants 4500 back and they said more like 4300.He prefers to sell it himself because he has looked after it and put alot of new things on it ie chain sprocket tyres serviced it himself then the cashflow stopped.He wants it to go to a good home and preferably see it go.
Well its only my opinion James, who knows, you may get on with it but for me it was nasty... only had it six months then got rid and got the 05 which i loved as you know.... you really considering an older duc ? bloody hell, thats brave
I've had an sp2 which I loved only sold to pay for a kitchen had it 3 years and sold it for a 1500 more then what I paid for it got a 99 r1 few years later brought it for 1500 rode it for 2 years Spent some money on some sensible mods sold it for 2300 and That had 28,000 miles on the clock so whatever you buy enjoy
6'5 on an 749... Would make the sp feel like a goldwing! Lol If I were you, I'd get a k5 all day long, personally I prefer the r1's but for a bigger fella the k5 will give you a bit more room. Stonking engine, modern cult classic and will only go up in value in a few years.
Been having a good look on the internet today, mostly at the SP1 and i have to say i think im going to have to go and have a go on one or at least an sp2.
The SP2 was a true development bike JG. Better fuelling, improved ergonomics and supposedly improved range, although that's still debated. They're rare than rocking horse turds though and silly money in good nick. Plus, if you find one, I'll probably never speak to you again...
