The throttle position sensor went out, funny how yamaha only recalled 2004 models made between 2002-2005 which doesn't make sense. This is unacceptable
The worst 2003 Yamaha YZFR1 problems
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- Acceleration1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
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- Acceleration1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Yamaha YZFR1 1
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What 2003 Yamaha YZFR1 owners say
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Motorcycle misses and wants to stall at low rpms code number shows up as throttle position sensor . What I donot understand is the model year that shows up on your recall is 2004 manufactured between 11/01/2002 and 3/31/2005 my r1 is a 2003 model and was made between these dates. Is this a way to let them off the hook by reducing the numbers recalled . I donot understand why yamaha should be awarded for making a defective cycle that is a danger to the operator.
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Questions about the 2003 Yamaha YZFR1
Is the 2003 Yamaha YZFR1 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2003 Yamaha YZFR1, close to a typical YZFR1 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Yamaha YZFR1?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2003 Yamaha YZFR1 have?
No recalls on record.
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