Road Bikes
Yamaha - Touring/Sports Touring/Nakeds
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YAMAHA FJR1300A Sleek, classy, comfortable, fast, satisfying and handles like it’s on rails. The FJR1300 ticks all the boxes in bold pen, so it’s no wonder it’s our most popular sports tourer. The world’s first supersport touring bike, the FJR1300 boasts standard ABS and adjustable ergonomics, in a rigid, lightweight aluminium frame and sportbike running gear. Our advanced air management system and adjustable bodywork keep the FJR rider looking and feeling cool, while a pushbutton adjustable windscreen and thick comfy seat for two are perfect for comfortable, long-distance riding. FJR continues to be available in a standard clutch model and an auto clutch electric shift AS model that gives riders the chance to shift gear via a left side bar mounted paddle switch. It’s the gifted athlete who has the legs, the looks, the natural talent… and just happens to be a nice bloke as well. Slant-block engine design uses stacked, tri-axis gearbox shafts that help minimise powerplant size while optimising chassis geometry for balanced weight distribution and great handling. Lightweight forged pistons with carburised connecting rods provide superb strength and reduced reciprocating mass for outstanding high-rpm durability. Patented electroplated ceramic composite cylinder bores ensure greater heat dissipation and thus reduced frictional power loss. Advanced fuel injection system is ideal for long-distance supersport-touring, delivering crisp throttle response in a variety of altitude/weather conditions. Gearshift shaft features a needle-roller bearing to reduce friction for silky-smooth shifting. Shaft final drive system is super-durable and virtually maintenance-free. Wet-sump oil system uses an easy access cartridge-type oil filter mounted on the engine’s left side. |
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YAMAHA XJR1300 One look over the timeless line, one listen to that classic burble and you know it’s the definitive air-cooled muscle bike . The fuel-injected XJR utilises contemporary engine technologies like a supersport derived fuel injection system, forged pistons with carburised rods and electroplated alloy cylinders, for contemporary performance. It’s the same story with the chassis – superbike spec brakes, wheels and tyres meet Öhlins rear suspension for brilliant steering and handling. The 4-2-1 exhaust system features optimised size and length pipes to maximise engine performance. It’s one reason the XJR is known for glorious low-rpm torque. High-specification Öhlins rear shocks are designed to offer a linear and direct feel, with optimised rebound and compression damping characteristics for superb traction and handling performance. The long-range 21-litre fuel tank features a rotary fuel pump. The tank and flush fitting lockable fuel cap mirrors the XJR maxim – neat, simple, strong and stylish. DOHC air-cooled powerplant with electroplated alloy cylinders, forged pistons mated to carburised rods and the cleanrunning performance of fuel injection. The XJR1300’s 43mm diameter forks are well-known for their plush suspension action and the light handling feel. |
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YAMAHA MT-01 At Yamaha, creating unique, awe-inspiring machines with rich characters is our specialty. The MT-01 is a classic example. This model is not built in the pursuit of rpm, kph or bhp, but to offer the sensation of low down torque combined with superb handling. As such, MT-01’s mature performance is the next step in sport motorcycle development. If there’s one element that dominates the perception of the MT-01, it’s the engine... the Kodo. Like the beat of a Japanese big drum, Kodo is a vibration of the soul, a therapeutic pulse, an immutable and irresistible force that propels you, whether through life or up a twisty mountain road. With a precise, rigid chassis and aggressive steering geometry, MT-01 is one motorcycle that can talk the torque and walk the walk. Key to the MT-01’s stunning visual signature is its maximum-engine, minimum-body design. Like a running suit on an Olympic sprinter, the chassis and bodywork hug the engine so tightly they are almost invisible. Like you’re strapped across the back of an engine – and nothing more. Six pot radial brake calipers squeeze twin 310mm front discs for supersport level front end performance. Minimalist controlled fill aluminium die-casting technology provides the structure for an extremely strong yet lightweight chassis with ideal rigidity balance characteristics. And together with superbikespec suspension and brakes, it provides a sensually accelerating experience. Taut handling, engine performance and visual character. Seductive bodywork engineered to fit your body like a glove. MT-01’s exhaust system sports titanium mufflers and EXUP power valve system for light weight and rumbling V-twin sound. |
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YAMAHA V-MAX Ever thought how hard it would be to make a sequel to a legend? Your design would have to reiterate the original mission statement, then forge a bold and captivating new personality (while still respecting certain styling expectations the market will have). You’d have to eclipse all previous parameters of performance, and finally, get these goals to crystallise into a single design so expertly as to create a motorcycle the likes of which the world has never seen – like the 200ps, 166 Nm Intelligent Monster you see here. A musclebike of immense presence and value, with awesome acceleration and incredible control, VMAX will provide a select few riders with sensations and emotions that others can merely dream about. |
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YMAHA FZ1-N When someone says a bike is practical, what do most riders instantly think? Boring? Well, here’s a challenge for the cynics; take this practical motorcycle, spend a moment looking and feeling over its lines and angles, then take it for a blast… and see if it doesn’t get the adrenalin pumping. The thinking man’s R1, the FZ1 is one of those rare and very special motorcycles that combine stunning performance with real world usability (that P-word). Available in a faired (FZ1S) or naked (FZ1N) guise, its formidable powerplant is a torque-tuned version of the legendary R1 supersports engine, in a superb sports touring package of suspension, ergonomics and geometry. FZ1… practical plus. With its gravity cast aluminium main frame and exposed R1-derived engine, the FZ1 is an intriguing sculpture in metal that suggests a sophisticated character… with just a hint of brute force. The fracture-split big-ends of the FZ1’s carburised connecting rods create mirror image edge surfaces, allowing them to mate closer together for outstanding strength. The result is a quick-revving engine with excellent high-rpm durability. The compact dimensions of the R1-derived engine have provided Yamaha’s engineers a superb platform around which to build an equally neat and compact masterpiece of road going excellence, with optimal front wheel weight bias and mass centralisation. Independently damped fork and twin 320mm front discs squeezed by monobloc four-piston calipers provide supersport level front end performance. |
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YAMAHA FZ1-S Your first decent ride on an FZ1 should be enough to convince you that in an era of great motorcycles, this is a special motorcycle. Sure, having an engine derived from the most famous litre Supersport of the modern era was a heck of a start, but it’s what Yamaha’s engineers have done with that platform that makes the FZ1 a jewel among sportbike designs. Torque-tuned specifically for the road, the FZ1 engine is mated to a light and rigid aluminium frame, sculpted with the perfect quotients of torsional, lateral and vertical stiffness. The outcome is pure class. Engine response… with forgiveness. Chassis agility… with stability. Available in your choice of faired (FZ1S) or naked (FZ1N) guise, that’s what makes the FZ1 fit …like a glove. Cutting edge fuel injection system with computer-controlled sub-throttle valves provides precise fuel/air mixture for superb power delivery across the entire rev range. Closed-deck cylinder block provides great strength while allowing a narrow engine in spite of big, 77mm bores. Narrow-angle five-valve combustion chambers produce a highly efficient 11.5:1 compression ratio, while big valves and highlift cams flow plenty of air. Carburised connecting rods with fracture split big ends produce a quick-revving engine with excellent high-rpm durability. High silicon-content ceramic-composite cylinder sleeves ensure great heat dissipation for consistent power delivery and reduced friction. Light, R1-spec five-spoke wheels and fat radial tyres, including a 190/50-ZR17 rear, complete the look and serve up the traction. |
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YAMAHA TDM900 If you really want to get a feel for individual character and the level of owner satisfaction and model loyalty a TDM engenders – ask a TDM rider. You may well hear that the TDM is the smart choice for real world, down under roads... that it’s every motorcycle you’ll ever need wrapped up in one. Aggressive mountain road mauler, long-legged two-up tourer or powerful city commuter, it’s up to you… and your TDM900. Fuel injected parallel-twin engine features a proven 5-valve head atop plated alloy cylinders, with bottom-end grunt, a stomping mid-range and punchy top-end. The TDM900’s heart beats with a distinctive 270-degree crank configuration. It’s the reason many liken the TDM’s character to a V-twin. A strong, lightweight alloy frame harnesses those adrenalising top-end ponies. A 20-litre fuel tank ensures excellent range from the TDM’s economical DOHC engine. Long-travel suspension and an almost 50% front end weight distribution combine for sharp steering and handling performance. Progress of TDM’s meaty power spread is easy to monitor with a large, easy-to-read tacho Relaxed, semi upright ergonomics mean better vision in traffic, and in conjunction with a plush seat provide all-day riding comfort. Yamaha’s potent opposed-piston one-piece caliper front brake provides excellent braking power and modulation. A slick-shifting six-speed transmission provides maximum flexibility from the TDM’s meaty power band, and contributes to its mastery of the mountain back road. The lightweight all-alloy chassis uses high-spec suspension and brake components, for sporty handling characteristics that will surprise you – and those you ride with. Scintillating braking feel and performance comes courtesy of Supersport-derived double disc brakes. |
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YAMAHA FZ-8N These dynamic new sports machines are built on a new 779cc engine and all-aluminium frame. The engine offers a balance of middleweight accessibility with big-bore power and instant grunt throughout the rev range. FZ8 steers fast and effortlessly, and handles with surefooted confidence - whether it’s cranked right over on a tight, smooth corner or slicing its way through traffic on a congested commute. The naked FZ8 is a machine with attitude. Muscular, aggressive design gives onlookers a hint of this bike’s serious intentions. Sitting between the entry level XJ6 series and big bore FZ1s, the FZ8 is a pure expression of performance and quality craftsmanship desinged for riders who appreciate an optimum blend of power, weight and size. The new FZ8-series engine is fuel injected, and uses both a throttle valve and an electronically controlled subthrottle valve to provide additional control over intake airflow volume. The cylinder bodies have a bore and stroke from 68.0x53.6mm. Readings on engine rpm and throttle opening are processed in real time by the ECU, which operates a new stepping motor to control the sub-throttle valves and optimise volumetric efficiency in each part of the rev range. It easily clears EU3 exhaust emission standards, using a short, side mounted muffler and a 4-into-2-into-1 exhaust system with a honeycomb type catalytic converter fitted at the point where the header pipes meet. An oxygen sensor feeds real-time exhaust information back to the ECU, allowing the bike to constantly adjust its air/fuel mixture for optimum efficiency and clean emissions. Front-end suspension is a pair of upside-down forks, running 43mm inner tubes. Rear suspension is handled by a linked Monocross unit – the link being designed to provide soft, light suspension near the top of the stroke to deal with bumpy surfaces in comfort, but then to provide firmer cushioning as the shock is further compressed, for sharper handling during hard cornering. Front brakes are twin four-piston monobloc calipers, gripping 310mm floating front discs. Being monobloc designs, the calipers suffer minimal distortion under hard braking, so the stopping force is linear, stable and controllable when the chips are down. |
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YAMAHA FZ-8S The FZ8-series is based on the idea of a high-performance all-rounder with the power and character to make every ride an exhilarating sports ride. These dynamic new sports machines are built on a new 779cc engine and all-aluminium frame. The engine offers a balance of middleweight accessibility with big-bore power and instant grunt throughout the rev range. FZ8 steers fast and effortlessly, and handles with surefooted confidence - whether it’s cranked right over on a tight, smooth corner or slicing its way through traffic on a congested commute. Sitting between the entry level XJ6 series and big bore FZ1s, the FZ8 is a pure expression of performance and quality craftsmanship desinged for riders who appreciate an optimum blend of power, weight and size. With the semi-faired FZ8S, the emphasis is placed firmly on getting out there and enjoying the roads, whatever the weather. Discover sportsbike performance and handling, with the aerodynamics, wind and weather protection of a front cowl and screen. |
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YAMAHA FZ6-N According to the pop psychology take on birth order, middle child syndrome manifests itself as a need to be different and stand out for attention - if that’s the case, here’s one middleweight that’ll definitely satisfy your inner middle child. With a torque-tuned version of the compact fuel-injected R6 engine, Controlled Fill die cast aluminium frame, rigid box-section swingarm and four-piston monobloc brake calipers, this sporty extrovert comes with all the fruit. Perfect for the weekday cut and thrust with the afternoon tin tops, an overnight trip down the coast with your most significant other, or an adrenalin filled Sunday morning sport ride with your mates. FZ6 - middleweight performance has never been so flamboyant. Dress for success - If you like your excitement in its rawest form, try the hard-charging, stripped-to-essentials FZ6N. If you’re into the longer distance kind of excitement, the bikini-faired FZ6S is the bike for you. The FZ6’s trademark feature is a YZF-R6-based 600cc liquid-cooled 16-valve DOHC four-cylinder engine, modified to produce maximum torque and horsepower at more accessible rpm levels. Acoustic analysis of the downdraft intake tract and exhaust produce a bike that sounds as cool as it looks. Four into two system concludes at the FZ6’s twin underseat mufflers. Four-piston monobloc brake calipers up front provide excellent braking power and feel. Contributing to the FZ6’s light feel and outstanding handling are light YZF-R6-type five-spoke wheels, sport-biased 43mm fork and linkage rear suspension. |
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YAMAHA FZ6-S Get done what you must, then do what you want That’s the motto behind Yamaha’s FZ6. This stunning middleweight is powerfully equipped to master its various domains: the thrust and parry of the peak-hour escape run, Sunday morning in the mountains with your mates, or an overnighter up the coast with your significant other. It’s all too easy with a torque-tuned version of the fuel-injected R6 engine, Controlled Fill die cast aluminium frame, and four-piston monobloc brake calipers – this thing goes like a bullet and corners like a cat on carpet. If you like your excitement raw, try the naked FZ6N, or for a longer distance kind of excitement, choose the bikini-faired FZ6S. FZ6… performance that’s no pussy. 600cc liquid-cooled 16-valve DOHC fourcylinder engine with special cams and intake tracts is tuned to produce maximum torque and horsepower at more accessible rpm levels. Group fuel injection combines simplicity, excellent response and performance thanks to a powerful 32-bit processor and 4-jet bidirectional injectors. Placement of the FZ6’s crankshaft axis close to its roll axis contributes to quick handling and light, positive steering. The Yamaha Air Induction System, along with a metal honeycomb type catalytic converter, allow the FZ6 to pass strict emissions standards. High quality finish to the upper fairing, frame and engine and swingarm underline the FZ6’s quality and appeal. |
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YAMAHA XJ6-N A highly contemporary motorcycle concept dripping with the kind of style, sense of fun and sheer riding pleasure that today’s middleweight rider expects, Yamaha’s new XJ6 is a dynamic and agile new player. With a riding character tuned for smooth and precise performance, XJ6 is designed to feel natural and intuitive, whether you’re negotiating the afternoon tin-tops or making long arcs out of narrow mountain roads. With a low seat height and narrow chassis, the XJ6 suits experienced and new riders of many ages and sizes, who want a stylish middleweight ready for just about any situation. A contemporary and dynamic all-rounder with a cool, light and agile roadster look, the XJ6 reflects the intent of its rider like nothing else can. One of the coolest and most desirable models in a hyper-competitive 600cc category, the XJ6 is a genuine all rounder, designed to make the rider feel at home in town, on twisty back roads or on the highway with a passenger. Available in N (naked) and S (half fairing) models. Good ergonomics make inexperienced riders feel much more confident and enable experienced riders to be fully in control with much less effort. For added comfort the new XJ6 is equipped with adjustable handlebars. The XJ6 is tuned for strong torque character and medium speed agility rather than ultimate high-rpm performance. Like every Yamaha, it retains an exciting edge, a high level of enjoyment and usability, and unquestionable quality levels. The new tubular frame is designed to deliver easy handling, and its clean lines emphasise the bike’s slim appearance. Lightweight cast wheels keep unsprung weight low, allowing the 41mm front forks and Monocross rear suspension to deliver a smooth ride and good roadholding. Faired ‘S’ model is fitted with useful centre stand. |
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