Video of the bike in race

Video of the bike during the 2006 Le Mans 24 hours.

Presentation

This 2006 Yamaha R1 from France is a third hand. The seller indicates that the bike is in very good general condition, and that it has benefited from recent and regular maintenance. This bike competed in the world endurance championships in 2006 where it finished 3rd in the 24 hours of Le Mans in the hands of Sébastien Gimbert, David Checa and Gary Mc Coy. It was then bought by Team MotoExpert for the 2007 season.

Aesthetically the bike is in very good condition. The paint in its blue, white, black and red color has only a few defects visible in the gallery. The fairings and external seals are in good condition, as are the headlights. The seller indicates that this R1 is free of corrosion. He also says that the bike is in its original race configuration except for the new Marzocchi forks and tees, the Braking front brakes, and the Marvic 17" forged aluminum rims identical to those used by the GMT today. To make it easier to ride, the endurance tank has been replaced by an original one, the endurance model is available with the bike.

The 998cc 4-cylinder developed 175 hp when it left the factory. The seller indicates that the mechanics work normally as well as the 6-speed transmission. The motorcycle has been prepared including:

- Complete carbon-kevlar fairing with quick release
- Quick release GMT boards
- MG competition swingarm with quick release
- Rear brake caliper MG competition
- Lazer titanium exhaust system special GMT94
- Large radiator

The seller says the engine has had some work done on the cylinder head to make it reliable and usable.

The bike has Marvic rims in very good condition, with tires in good condition. The bike brakes normally.

The seller is a professional located in France in Saint Georges d'Orques (34680) and accepts visits during the sale. The bike will be sold with its keys and :

- A special rear stand with fork
- One set of 16.5 magnesium wheels with rain tires
- A set of decks
- Gables and crowns
- An emergency transmission chain

The seller wished to define a reserve price.

Auction information

Dates

Auction opening date: Tuesday 17 November 2020 08:00
Auction end date: Jeudi 26 November 2020 21:00

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