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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 fou

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

The R-Series continues to set the bar high, offering the widest range of exhilarating supersport models on the market. With its winning track record in prestigious racing championships, it has established itself as the definitive family of high-performance machines. The R125 is the latest addition to the R-Series, reaffirming Yamaha's commitment to providing riders with the most exceptional high-performance riding experience. The 2023 R125 has been designed for young and uncompromising supe

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

The new generation Deltabox-style frame is a perfect example of how the XSR900 blends Yamaha heritage design with the latest road sports technology like nothing else. 40 years ago Yamaha was the first manufacturer to move away from the conventional tubular frame and develop what was then a controversial Deltabox design. With many wins to its credit, the Deltabox frame design proved its superiority beyond doubt. The new XSR900 now features a radically improved Deltabox chassis.

And the lightweight aluminium chassis delivers class-leading levels of agility and stability that  make this one of the most exciting and rewarding motorcycles ever built. Now the next evolution of the MT-10 is about to arrive. With more power, more control and more adrenaline, MT-10 is built to take the Hyper Naked experience to the next level, and reinforce the MT-10’s reputation as the definitive Master of Torque. Features & Benefits Updated EU5 998cc CP4 engine The next evo

Lin Jarvis - Managing Director, Yamaha Motor Racing “I’m very happy to be able to confirm this agreement with Monster Energy for our MotoGP program. As two of the most recognisable brands in the premier class of motorcycle racing we have enjoyed a highly successful partnership together in recent years. Monster Energy’s sponsorship of both Movistar Yamaha MotoGP and also of Monster Energy Yamaha Tech3 holds special significance with the unique synergy between the two racing teams in the Mot

Whilst the dirt and the tarmac require very different machines to be competitive Yamaha retains the same philosophy of development in both areas, exemplifying the company’s spirit of development in the quest to create not only Championship dominating machines but also innovation for the customers of the future. Akrapovic The 2013 YZR-M1, the M1 standing for ‘Mission One’, is the latest incarnation of an incredible machine that first broke cover in 2002 as MotoGP made the move from 500cc

Reigning MotoGP World Champion Lorenzo has a personal engagement with Monster Energy and Yamaha included in the agreement. Valentino Rossi’s personal agreement with Monster Energy will be complementary to the agreement between Yamaha Factory Racing and MEC. The agreement between the satellite Monster Energy Yamaha Tech3 team and Monster Energy will remain unchanged and is unaffected by the Yamaha – MEC agreement. Lin Jarvis - Managing Director, Yamaha Motor Racing “We are very happy

Yamaha Netherlands Verhoeven Team rider Frans Verhoeven experienced a difficult fourth day, losing valuable time with a fuel hose issue. The Dutchman was forced to stop and repair his bike on-stage, eventually bringing it home in 53rd place to drop to 27th in the overall standings. On four wheels Marcos Patronelli continues to dominate the Quad competition, taking top honours in today’s stage to further consolidate his position at the top of the overall standings with a 14 minute advantage o

Recent years have seen multiple champions benefit from the successful combination of Yamaha’s R-Series machines and YEC Racing Parts. 2011 saw Chaz Davies dominate the World Supersport Championship whilst Tommy Hill swept the board on his R1 in the British Superbike Championship. Hill was back again in 2012 as one of the main protagonists in the fight for the title, taking the challenge down to the last round. The R1 also marked its strength by recording multiple race wins again in the German Su

It wasn’t just the YZF-R1 dominating at Homestead; the YZF-R6 Supersport machine was also the one to beat. Yamaha Extended Service Graves Yamaha’s Cameron Beaubier won Saturday’s Daytona Sportbike race and RoadRace Factory R6 rider Jake Gagne took the honours on Sunday. The podiums and wins continued to flow in the support classes with an impressive 20 Yamaha R6 top ten finishes over the weekend. “It’s pretty incredible to win my third AMA Pro Superbike Championship”, Hayes said. I want to gi

Jorge Lorenzo Position 1st - Time: 42'49.836 “It’s been a very tough weekend because Dani and I have been very close in the qualifying and the warm up. Unfortunately today he had really bad luck, first with the lights at the beginning of the race and then Hector took him out. This was really unfortunate for him. In Holland we were unlucky and today he was unlucky, anything can happen in these races. We have to be happy with our result and the point advantage we now have, for sure we are much m

The MotoGP bikes’ new design has been created to reinforce Yamaha’s historic association with racing blue, harking back to the racing liveries of the early 1980’s Yamaha teams. Alongside the two-tone blue and matt grey colour scheme, the Yamaha YZR-M1 will also feature matching blue wheels. Riders Jorge Lorenzo and Ben Spies will also wear special leathers with the ‘Race-Blu’ colour scheme to complement the bike. The Yamaha YZF-R1, YZF-R6 and YZF-R125 unveiled today in Misano will be the

An exciting season finale in Doha, Qatar saw the Yamaha Racing France GMT 94 Ipone team with riders David Checa, Kenny Foray and Matthieu Lagrive power their YZF-R1 to the finish line and snatch their first victory of the year and as a consequence earn the third place overall in the 2011 Qtel FIM Endurance World Championship. The GMT 94 R1 was quick off the mark for the eight hours of Doha on Saturday, battling for the lead from the very beginning with fellow Yamaha riders Igor German, Steve

Multi Dakar winner and Yamaha rally legend Stephane Peterhansel was on hand at St Jean D’Angely for the Motocross of Nations last weekend to unveil the 2012 WR450F enduro motorcycle in public for the first time. The Frenchman took advantage of a small gap in the busy timetable at the traditional season-closing event to ride the new bike up onto display in front of a generous section of the estimated 68,000 crowd. Peterhansel then chatted about the light sensation and nimbleness of the WR. Thi