What ever happened to the Yamaha YZF Thunderace 1000?

[RSX]

I've had this toy model that looked really cool, and I wanted to learn more about the bike, so I searched for it, but all that came up were French sites and stuff. Does anyone know if there's anywhere I can purchase it or something? Thanx alot.

[R1-rider]

I believe the last model of the YZF1000 Thunderace was 97, they gave that model up to pursue the YZF- R1000 in 98.

[RSX]

Thanx alot I hope they start it up again or something; though. It's a really nice looking bike.

[R1-rider]

Nah, the R1 is a much better looking bike then the Thunderace.

[speediva]

Originally posted by R1-rider
Nah, the R1 is a much better looking bike then the Thunderace.

Not that you'd be partial or anything

hehehe

I have to admit that I do like the style of the R1... That silver color is :licker:

[R1-rider]

Me? Partial? Whatever do you mean hehe

I like that new black R1 with red flames for the 2003 lineup, very sexy.

[Kennedy200]

I agree with RSX, I like the look of the thunderace. But, that thing was a tank. If I remember, it weighed over 500 lbs, and it didn't handle very well.

I doubt sportbikes will return to the style of the old skool. IM they are going to start to become more angular and minimalist. IE the new R1.

[RSX]

I like that new black R1 with red flames for the 2003 lineup, very sexy.

Yes, it's (To me) the best looking bike for 2003.