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Description: Yamaha YZF 600 THUNDER CAT, , 2000((X)), 7636 miles, , FULL SERVICE HISTORY, COMMENTS NEW M.O.T, EXTRAS SPORTS EXHAUST AND STANDARD £2395.00, Aardvark Motorcycles, Hailsham, 01323 841 998 Price: £2395

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Aardvark Motorcycles

UNIT 4 Bolneys Workshop South Road
Hailsham
East Sussex
BN27 3NU
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Yamaha YZF 1000cc 96/97 (P)
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Yamaha YZF1000 Thunderace

Mine's a P Reg Thunderace, looks stunning in black/grey/silver.
I've had it for a year and a half, done 5000 miles (now 23K). It's very fast once the EXUP exhaust valve opens at 6000rpm, the whole character changes from a tourer to something much more exciting.
Handling and brakes are just great, its ultra ultra reliable, economical - just one great bike.
Psst it's for sale too, £1650 with new MOT and just fitted rear tyre (puncture, sigh, always garaged, beautiful, call Bob on 07830 146884 (June 08)
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bobthebiker on 20/06/2008
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Yamaha YZF 1000cc 96/97 (P)
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I bought an ace 2 weeks ago with a smashed fairing so have streetfightered it till i can come across fairing parts when enough cash available. This is the first yamaha ive owned since my first bike RD250C. I am so impressed with it looks. handling, braking Pillion seat has our lass wetter than an otters pocket, fuel consumption is good roll on the summer (hope for sun peeps)to bet it above 7000rpm in all gears
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kimble on 11/04/2008
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Yamaha YZF 1000cc Apr '01 (Y)
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I've owned my Thunderace for 5 months now, it's been used for short trips to work and back (around 5 miles) and longer trips (55 miles) 3 times a week. Most of this time has been in either, freezing cold ice and frosts, or rain that could sink Noah's Ark! Yet, it's still a pleasure to get on her and ride.


The reliabilty has been absolutely faultless (1 puncture aside, hardly a bike fault!) Although the road salt is having an effect on the fasteners(can you name a bike that doesn't?). I do my own maintenance and it is a bit of a bind to get access to the essentials, oil, filter and coolant levels as the fairing is made up of so many pieces.This could be me being used to motocross bikes though, as it's been a while since I've owned a road bike.

I run Bridgestone 021 tyres and find they last well and out perform the Pirelli's that were fitted when I got the bike, in the wet and slime at least!
The handling of the bike also impressed me. Previously i've owned GSXR's and a VFR 400, and I swear the Ace turns as quick as the Gixer! Although it does take a bit more manhandling! The Ace makes use of a YZF 750 frame, so it probably shouldn't come as too much of a shock though, as these bikes have won BSB titles!


The best bit about her though is her engine. 145bhp may not be cutting edge for a 1000cc bike these days, but it's plenty powerful enough for the road. Pulling away from 30 zones in top, with pillion onboard is no trouble! Yet, give her some revs (8000+) and the exhaust note changes and the world gets alot smaller! (if you can stop the wheelspin in the rain!) 2nd gear power wheelies are no problems either.
All in all, I think these are underated bikes. If you want the latest 1000cc sportsbike and all the pose that goes with it, then this isn't the bike for you. But if you want something that'll rack up 1000's of miles in comfort and still have enough "sportiness" to duff up the the GSXR 1000 owners in their matching leathers, boots and unmarked kneesliders, then give one a close look. With a relatively soft setup, R1 brakes, 37mpg and the grunty lump, there really isn't much any quicker on the roads of Britain.
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GoSlow in Grantham, Lincolnshire on 11/01/2008
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Yamaha YZF 750cc 93/94 (L)
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When looking for a mid ninties 750 superbike you have the choice of either the GSXR, ZXR, RVF or the Ducati 748 oh and the YZF 750. Chances are if your in the market for one your probably skint, married or both.

At this kind of age condition and price are key. on my quest it was the almost forgotten YZF750 which ticked the most boxes for my budget and required spec. Having done my homework I knew that only this bike had usd forks, 6 pot calipers, exup and handled the best.

The one I found also had a Harris race can. I was moving on from a mint spec'ed up RF900 so I was not sure what to expect. My requirements were for it to be lighter, tighter and more agile. I also did not want to lose to much power either.

The test ride convinced me, what a difference to the RF. Power was similar although the delivery is more frantic on the YZF but best of all it felt like a miniture bike and is very quick steering.

I have now had the bike for a couple of months and having given it a damned good thrashing I am still happy with what the bike can do. My only gripe with the bike really is the hideous paint scheme that Yamaha decided to kill this bike with in 94. I mean seriously light purple wheels, white with orange and purple ! Shell suit gone wrong.

Ebay for a black body kit and a set of braided brake and clutch lines from Goodridge for a start. Hugger and other toys to come when funds are again available and the missus is not looking !

Ebay also supplied some back catalogue magazines with 750 gruop reviews. These are all friendly to the YZF whilst also meantioning the Fireblade in the same breath.

When you sling a leg over it you first notice the low seat and pegs and the comfort for such a sports machine. Then theres the power and nimbleness. It is happy in traffic and the power delivery over 4500k revs is strong, over 8000 revs the exup does its magic and everything is satisfyingly blurred.

As far as im concerned these bikes seem to be overpriced and worn out if they are called a ZXR or GSXR, hard to find and silly money if they are a 748 or RVF, so the forgotten shell suit is left. The spec is unbeatable for the money and a pretty damn good ride lurks behind the cosmetic challenge.

So get a good paint job and you can surprise a few newer bikes on the road.

Things to watch out for are siezed calipers, warped discs, sticking exup valve and these bikes do burn oil ! If its well cared for you will still have a great road tool.
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Darthrufus. in Fareham, Hampshire on 21/04/2007
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Yamaha YZF 1000cc 96/97 (P)
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Thunderace bought this nearly 4 years ago was Red/White/Black. My mate works for Equire Bikes in Bury St Edmunds gave it a good once over and Dyno'd it, fitted a K&N , Rengade can and a Dyno Jet kit now pushing 150BHP. This bike is a vastly under rated machine smooth and easy to ride round town loads of torque no need to gear hop constantly just wind her up. She eats the miles when touring or doing long distances from Cambridge to Northern Germany in 1 run only stopped for fuel once and a coffee (it was cold). Easily keeps up with full on knee down sportsters but dont need to get a new spine or wrists after a run out. Never had a problem with her except a sticky ex up valve Again thanks to mates 2 hr job shes on top form again. Yamaha could have done far more to promote these machines and now really dont have a faired sports tourer. I know the big sales are sports bikes and the R1 was being pushed to compete against the CBR but us poor non Rossi wannabes got shunted again. Sadly they now have stopped the line so no more aces. All I can say I cant rave enough about this bike a really exceptional all rounder does whatever I ask. I thought so much of this bike I was knocked off by a I didnt see you driver (me lights on AGV Kinetic lid with bright orange Union Jack)that I bought the bike back from the insurance she is now going to be a deep blue.
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kano608 in Stirling, Stirlingshire on 13/04/2007
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Yamaha YZF 1000cc Sept '01 (51)
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I've been riding 30 years, and this is the best yet. The comfort trade off with the hard edge sports m/cs isn't worth the pain any more. The Ace is lightening quick, torquey as hell, and handles superbly. It makes me laugh when the Blade, Duke and R1 riders and sit and pick holes in handling on modern bikes. Your average "good biker" is still at least 20% behind most production bikes capabilities for the last 10 years. Most sports riders "read " too many reviews. Take an old GS750 or CB750 out for a spin and learn to take control of the bike.
The Ace is more than good enough for all except the very best riders, so be honest with yourself, then try an Ace. It is awesome!
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UKBike Archive in Hassocks, West Sussex on 06/09/2004
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Yamaha YZF 600cc 97/98 (R)
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I had been off the road for about 8yrs and was looking for a bike that would ease me back in to the saddle. The Thundercat I chose is forgiving of any stupid mistakes I have made. She has more than enough power to stay with the pack on days out. Very few problems. Carb Icing is one but cover radiator and put some fuel additive in and this disappears.
Handling is above average if tyre pressures and suspension are looked after. I have no experience of the clunky 1st to second gear changes you may hear of and thats with 35.000 miles on the clock. If you want a bike thats fast comfortable can stop very quickly and won't keep breaking down get a Thundercat.
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Yamaha YZF 1000cc 98 (S)
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A very fast 'sports tourer' sore legs around the 300 mile mark. Mirrors vibrate around 70 mph (as long as its not got a blue light flashing in them!!) Eats oil, but a lovely ride 2 up. Cornering good with decent tyres. Definately lots of scope for add ons - single seat conversions etc. Better looking than an R1 in my eyes! Enjoy the summer brian
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