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Just stumbled across this, I had absolutey no idea Yamaha made car engines. The Noble M600, used a Volvo engine which was built my Yamaha. They upgraded it by adding a couple of turbo chargers. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volvo_B8444S_engine

Certainly didn't plan on taking my bike in my office lift and pushing it through the reception area, certainly some odd faces from other employees in the building. This is what happens when recovery trucks can't fit in an underground carpark. Apparantly if it was a car they send a van along with the truck to tow it out. Not sure how they expected me to push a 180kg motorbike up 3 levels from the basement. (Ouch here's the culprit) (Goin' up, up, up, it's our moment!) (Good old NRMA, AA/RAC in the UK) First ImpressionsI really like the tread pattern on these, really looks the part for the MT and just feels right. Out of the crate, they feel solid and purposeful. (Sexy,…

This looks like bloody scrapnel, doubt this is repairable. Anyway happy Friday all!

Are Facebook Raffle Sites a scam? Well, there's quite a few of them around these days, and I don't doubt some of them are scams, but not all! The one I want to talk about is https://www.revcomps.com/. I know this isn't a scam because I've won on it (quite a few times actually!), including a first Gen Hayabusa! For those of you in the UK, check them out. And if you throw any tickets on, maybe you'd tag my reference code "https://revcomps.com/?ref=33003" It works for me whether it's your first ticket or 100th. Using it gets both of us in special raffles where we could both win something.~ Anyway, check them out guys, and post if you have any questions! Gamble Safely..!

PS oops should be 2026 on the card, my mistake 🫨

finding that the site, this site YOC, has been 'off the air' as it were the last few times i have attempted to visit.

Well, as some of you may have noticed, there have been one or two slight, minor, hardly noticeable changes to the Forums... I'm sorry, I'm English, sometimes we don't realise that Sarcasm Mode is engaged! So, long and short of it, I blame Alex, he broke it!!! lol No seriously, there's been an upgrade to Invision v5, and it obviously hasn't gone as smoothly as possible. I got this message from Alex last night: Hi Paul, Hope all is well. I've seen your comments on the board but can't respond! The upgrade to v5 of the forum software has been a disaster. It was fully tested in the same environment, applications etc. I also waited for two revisions after the v5 went live t…

Merry Christmas 🤶 and a Happy New Year🎄 folks, only seems like a year ago since the last one!! Not many posts in recent months, so I thought I'd put one up, see how many of you still out there. Have a good one. NE0🎅 Only 4 more points and I become a Community Regular!!

🎅 Well folks another year rapidly draws to a close! Here's wishing you ALL a Merry Christmas and prosperous New Year.🎅 A special thank you to Alex for keeping the website up and running and to all the mods who keep the site in order. The site wouldn't be what it is though without YOU the members, old and new, paid members and free. (of which after 10 years I have decided to become a paid member!) So to all you visitors, don't be shy and post the occasional reply or start a new topic, because without you we would have nothing to read! All the best for next year NE0

Model history 2013: Gen 1 - MT-09 arrives in dealers end September 2013 2016: Gen 2 - MT-09 facelift revealed 2017: Gen 2 - Revised MT-09 launched 2021: Gen 3 - MT-09 revealed 2023: Gen 4 - New MT-09/SP revealed (Oct 31/Nov 2) 2023: Gen 4 - Launch date TBC The core of the new MT-09 remains the characteristic 'CP3' three-cylinder motor, which was updated in 2021, and its cast aluminum Deltabox frame introduced in the same year. Moving on to the 2024 MT-09SP, it takes the foundation laid by the standard model and adds several enhancements. These include fully adjustable suspension, top-notch Brembo Stylema brake calipers, a customizable Track riding mo…

Model history 2013: Gen 1 - MT-09 arrives in dealers end September 2013 2016: Gen 2 - MT-09 facelift revealed 2017: Gen 2 - Revised MT-09 launched 2021: Gen 3 - MT-09 revealed 2023: Gen 4 - New MT-09/SP revealed (Oct 31/Nov 2) 2023: Gen 4 - Launch date TBC Bodywork and Styling Inspired by Yamaha's YZ motocross bikes, the 2024 MT-09 features bodywork that allows the rider more freedom of movement. The 'less is more' approach to styling reinforces the MT-09's aggressive look and enhances the riding experience. Sharper Lighting A more compact LED headlamp, enclosed in a re-designed cover, complements the bike's aggressive style. It offers a br…

Hi All Wondering if anyone can offer any suggestions re. a problem I'm having with my SR125? Out riding the other day I noticed that the indicators are acting odd. Sometimes there's a delay before they come on when the switch is pressed, and sometimes they start as normal but have odd pauses between the flashes every so often. All seems to work normally with just the electrics turned on, but with the engine running, even just standing in the garage, the odd random pausing starts again. I've checked the battery has plenty of charge, tried a new indicator relay and I've found nothing loose in the wiring (but haven't yet managed to trace the earth wire back into the …

Like a disgruntled polar bear, I returned home from a ride yesterday, my fingers numbed from the icy wind. That’s when these saviours clad in dust and spiderwebs caught my attention. I set about installing them on my loyal steed, the MT09, faster than you can say "frostbite". Now, I had been told that the Whites grips were akin to holding on to the molten core of the Earth itself. "Nonsense," I scoffed. Imagine my surprise when they turned out to be as warm as a hearty handshake from a Yeti. No clunky control box in sight, either! And let's not forget the built-in off switch for low battery situations, which I thought was a nice touch. It's as if the grips whisper, "We ca…

During our exclusive interview, the President shed light on Yamaha's unwavering dedication to pushing boundaries, introducing groundbreaking solutions, and exceeding the expectations of their loyal community of Yamaha owners. From electrification to connectivity, sustainability to customer-centricity, we delved into the company's initiatives that are set to shape the future of mobility and enhance the riding experience. With a rich heritage spanning decades and a reputation built on superior engineering and craftsmanship, Yamaha has consistently proven its commitment to delivering unrivaled performance, reliability, and sheer exhilaration to riders worldwide. Today, we i…

{{if $formValue}} {$value} {{endif}} The Road to Perfect Balance Yamaha's Advanced Motorcycle Stabilization (AMS) system is an innovative solution designed to enhance the stability and safety of motorcycles. This state-of-the-art technology integrates cutting-edge sensors, algorithms, and control mechanisms to provide an unparalleled level of balance and control while riding. From taking on tight corners to tackling challenging terrain, Yamaha's AMS system has you covered. The Science Behind the Stability The secret behind Yamaha's AMS system lies in its fusion of advanced gyroscopic technology with real-time data processing. By continuously …

I'm a beginner I want to get a motorcycle but I don't know which one.. I'm thinking between two options xtx660 and mt-03 I will use the chosen one around the city..commuting..and a road of about 300 km once in a while. Of course I would like to do longer roads as well.. I would like you to advise me and tell me what you would choose in my place. thank you If I didn't put the question where it should have been, excuse me.

Hi , Never taken my bike on a ferry . Has anyone had recent experience of travelling from Newhaven to Dieppe with DFDS Tansmanche Ferrries and what is the procedure for tying the bike on-board . Thanks

Greetings. I hope someone out there can assist. Does anyone have the gear ratios for the YZF750R 6-speed transmission? I actually have two YZF1000R engines, one with the standard 5-speed, the other with the 6-speed from the YZF750R. While I'm looking for the ratios for all gears, the final gear (6th) is the most important as I am trying to calculate top speed when using different gearing combinations on the rear end, and without the gear ratio data I am stuck. Thanks very much in advance for the assist. John

Hi all, I was wondering if anyone has converted a pre-1999 SR125 (mines a 1998) to the post 1999 chrome speedo, which I think looks much better? Have been doing some research into it and from what I can see from the schematics, the top steering yolk looks completely different between the two models. Not sure the '99 ver will fit my '98. Has anyone done this, is it possible? Many thanks, Clive