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2011 Yamaha Yzf-r1 on 2040-motos

$5,500
YearYear:0 MileageMileage:3
Location:

Northbrook, Illinois

Northbrook, IL
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2011 Raven Red R1. It currently is sitting at 3349mis. The bike has been very well taken care of. Never seen rain or the track. No scratches, dings, or cracks. It s completely stock except for the fender eliminator. The turn signals are integrated into the brake light (LED kit). Feel free to contact me : XXXX@hotmail.com

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