Perfect street credentials with racing replicas

Close correlation of products between the track and the street is a source of pride for Yamaha. Not only do the Aerox and JogRR scooters contain cutting-edge technology, but now the bikes themselves even physically resemble their distant racing ‘cousins’. Four replicas from the glamorous and exciting spheres of MotoGP and World Superbike now fill a prestigious place in Yamaha’s Scooter catalogue. The liquid-cooled 50cc two-stroke-powered AeroxR boasts two official colour schemes; one of the Fiat Yamaha team, who are enjoying tremendous success in this year’s MotoGP championship and are the only squad to-date in which both riders (Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo) have sampled victory, and another of Yamaha’s team in World Superbike who, with the irrepressible and electric Noriyuki Haga onboard, provides some of the most-eye-catching and breathtaking action in the series. Both Aerox Race Replicas have telescopic forks hold grippy 12” front wheels, flanked by disc brakes, while the rear end of the chassis benefits from a piggy-back remote reservoir shock. The Aerox Team Yamaha WSB Race Replica in particular houses a wealth of impressive features underneath the distinctive livery and lines; totally befitting this high performing and sporty model. The Japanese Sultan of Slide would feel content seeing the sharp red and black transplanted from his race machine carrying that identifiable ‘41’. The sleek seat, black wheels, white touches to upper fairing and seat and carbon-fibre effect applied to the dash, equally convey the impression that the AeroxR takes its appearance direct from the track. An alternative shade is provided by the model dedicated to the MotoGP team and the recognisable ‘clothing’ of the Fiat Yamaha crew, the Aerox Team Yamaha Race Replica. The logos - including partners and sponsors like Brembo and Wudy - and blue and white tones have made the transgression directly from the YZR-M1 causing this specific AeroxR stand-out instantly. Also available in a Fiat Yamaha Team ‘outfit’ is the JogRR Team Yamaha Race replica. Aside from the styling dedicated to one of the youngest and most sensational new riders in the series this year (he is now officially the ‘best starting’ MotoGP rookie in the history of the sport with more points after five races than his idol Max Biaggi, who held the previous honour) the JogRR is also 50cc liquid cooled – pumping out a third more power than the equivalent air cooled unit - and boasts a precisely calibrated hydraulic single rear shock, adding to performance while a tight, short-wheelbase and viable chassis dynamics combine with highly responsive braking for a safe and secure ride. Spacious and practical while still keeping a strong sporting identity, the JogRR retains a double place of stature within the MotoGP world. As well as carrying the ‘48’ (incidentally a number that Lorenzo adopted from his manager who used to compete with the same digits) the JogRR is also proud to carry the mantle of official MotoGP scooter. The JogRR MotoGP not only has a special dedicated design of black and white, with official logos and circuit layouts, but is also the model that is used and relied upon by paddock staff at venues across Europe. From the bustling ambience of Jerez to the tight confines of Donington Park, the heat of Misano and the majesty of Mugello, the JogRR plays a valuable and varied role in the vast MotoGP logistical machine.