Yamaha YZF-R1
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And here’s the 2017 R1 and R125 in their new colours for next year…
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And here’s the colour changes for the 2017 YZF-R1 and YZF-R125 – the bike’s are mainly staying the same aside from the colour switches, but we figured you’d want to see them here. Here’s the R1: And here’s the R125:
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2017 Yamaha YZF-R1M revealed – check out this GORGEOUS new black paint job!
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The bike’s just been announced and here’s what Yamaha is saying about it – this is a bit ‘promo’ waffley but it’s got all the details in here you need to know if you’re up for getting a new R1M for next year. Check out that new colour scheme! 2016 saw the introduction of…
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2017 Yamaha R15/300: Factory boss confirms new upgraded version of the bike is on the way
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We’ve been telling you about the new, racier version of the Yamaha YZF-R15 for some time bit now, finally, some top boss at Yamaha has confirmed our story. Yamaha Motor research and development Managing Director Yasao Ishihara said: “The R15 will become better in its next iteration, however, no details can be shared as to what…
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2017 Yamaha mini-superbike getting Variable Valve system
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Yamaha’s next generation mini-superbike is getting a Variable Valve system that will boost torque across the lower revs and also keep fuel consumption down during sedate commutes. According to reports in the Asian markets, where the 150cc version of the bike is going to be a big seller, Yamaha has been talking about the system…
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Signed Akrapovič exhausts up for auction at the British MotoGP round – Chance for fans to get limited edition exhausts in ‘Day of Champions’ auction
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You can bid to buy some very special Akrapovič exhausts made to celebrate the firm’s 25th anniversary, which have been donated to various charities and partners to raise much-needed funds. The first six exhausts of this limited run of 25 will be auctioned off at the Official MotoGP charity “Day of Champions” at Silverstone, during…
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Suzuka 8 Hour: Alex Lowes wins, Leon Haslam second, Josh Brookes third (with their team-mates, naturally)
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Suzuka 8 Hour: Alex Lowes wins, Leon Haslam second, Josh Brookes third (with their team-mates, naturally). Alex Lowes has won the Suzuka 8 Hour endurance race in Japan alongside Yamaha Factory Racing team-mates Pol Espargaró and Katsuyuki Nakasuga. It was the second year in succession that Yamaha has won the prestigious annual race, second place…
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Yamaha extends 2016 buying slot for £18,749 YZF-R1M
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Yamaha has just announced that has granted an extension on orders for the 2016 YZF-R1M until the end of this month. The last day that you can order one of the awesome track weapons is February 28. The bike, which has 2011 MotoGP electronics and 200bhp-ish will cost £18,749 including VAT. Registration takes the…
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Yamaha R15 tweaked looks for 2016
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The first picture of a facelifted Yamaha YZF-R15 has surfaced. The tiny bike is mainly being sold in the asian and emerging markets, it’s pretty much the same as the bike that went before but gets lighter wheels with a thinner spoked design, revised seat and a new number plate hanger. Various cosmetics like footplate…
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Fancy FREE plans to make this awesome paper Yamaha R1-M with? Yeah, FREE. And HERE. Original R1 PLUS workshop plans, too!
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Fancy immersing yourself in a craft-filled orgy of paper-folding greatness this festive season? Then get this ultra-realistic Paper Craft kit of the 2015 Yamaha R1-M. There are two versions of the model available, the Realistic model takes 167 parts to complete whilst the Ultra Realistic takes 914. You’ll need 54 sheets of paper to make…
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Yamaha issues global recall on all 2015 YZF-R1s
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Yamaha issues global recall on all 2015 YZF-R1s. Yamaha is carrying out a global recall of all 2015 YZF-R1 motorcycles after a possible issue was picked up with the gearbox. A fortnight ago, we told you about rumours doing the rounds in the States that the recall was about to happen, but back then nobody…
