2004 Yamaha YZF-R1
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Yamaha YZF-R1 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 38 on record.
2004 Yamaha YZF-R1 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2004 Yamaha YZF-R1 recalls 3
Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain steering dampers kits manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket. These dampers were sold for use as aftermarket equipment on Yamaha R1, R6, and FZ6, Suzuki TL1000 R and GSX1300R, Honda CB600RR, and Ducati Monster 1000, 748, 848, 916, 996, and 998 motorcycles. Also included are universal steering damper kits with part numbers SD 000 through SD 005. The affected b…
Fix: Ohlins will notify the distributors and provide their customers with a new bracket. The recall began in November 2013. Owners may contact Ohlins USA at 1-828-692-4525. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13E-034.
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, AN IMPROPERLY DESIGNED THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR COULD CAUSE AN INTERMITTENTLY UNSTABLE IDLE WHEN THE ENGINE IS AT IDLING SPEED WHEN THE MOTORCYCLE IS STOPPED OR DURING LOW-SPEED OPERATIONS. THE ENGINE COULD STALL AS A RESULT.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT YAMAHA AT 1-888-88-YAMAHA.
CERTAIN CRG FRONT BRAKE LEVERS, MODEL RB-511 DESIGNED FOR USE ON 2004-2006 YAMAHA YZF-R1 MOTORCYCLES, AND 2005-2006 YAMAHA YZF-R6 MOTORCYCLES. MODEL RB-512 IS DESIGNED FOR USE ON 2003-2006 DUCATI 749 AND 999 MOTORCYCLES, AND ON 2004-2006 APRILIA MILLE R MOTORCYCLES. DUE TO A MISALIGNMENT OF THE PIVOT BORE, THE BRAKE LEVER COULD BECOME SEIZED IN THE BRAKE ENGAGED POSITION, THEREBY PREVENTING THE FRONT BRAKE FROM DISE…
Fix: CRG WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE ROCKER FOR THE FRONT LEVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONCACT CRG AT 831-763-7811.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2004 Yamaha YZF-R1 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
MOTORCYCLE STALLING Closed
OPERATORS REPORT THE MOTORCYCLE STALLS WHEN "ROLLING OFF THE THROTTLE" (E.G., TIP-OUT STALL WHILE APPROACHING A STOP) ALLEGEDLY DUE TO A FAULTY THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS). TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION, YAMAHA IS RECALLING THE SUBJECT VEHICLES TO INSTALL AN IMPROVED TPS.
NHTSA #PE06020 · Fuel System, Other · opened May 2006 · closed Oct 2006An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 4
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.
YAMAHA MOTORCYCLE: HARD TO START WHEN COLD, ERRATIC, OR WON'T IDLE. A POSSIBLE CAUSE IS INSUFFICIENT VALVE CLEARANCE. EFFECTS ALL YZF-R6V/W/X MODELS AND YZF-R1/R6 MODELS. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
Bulletin TB-M2009-008 · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2009UNSTABLE ENGINE IDLING. *TT
Bulletin 2006011 · Vehicle Speed Control · Jul 2006SERVICE MANUAL ADDITIONS - FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR INFORMATION. *TT
Bulletin 2005007 · Fuel System, Gasoline · Mar 2005SERVICE/ASSEMBLY MANUAL CORRECTIONS - DRIVE CHAIN FREE PLAY SPECIFICATION CHANGES. *TT
Bulletin 2004011 · Power Train · Jun 2004Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the YZF-R1. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2004 Yamaha YZF-R1. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Engine
On certain motorcycles, an improperly designed Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) could cause an intermittently unstable idle when the motorcycle is stopped or during low-speed operation. If the engine stalls after the operator disengages the clutch in a low gear while riding, the rear tire might slip momentarily if the operator abruptly re-engages the clutch. This could result in…
Transport Canada #2006242 · Sep 2006Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Yamaha YZF-R1
The Yamaha YZF-R1, or simply R1, is a 998 cc (60.9 cu in) sports motorcycle of the YZF-R series made by Yamaha. It was first released in 1998, undergoing significant updates in 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2015, 2018 and 2020.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
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