While the Yamaha YZF-R1 and R1M might not exist in their current form too much longer due to Yamaha working on a V4 engine, the company does have a 2025 model. This bike is available in the United States, but not some other markets. Let’s take a closer look at it.
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5 Best 300cc Motorcycles You Can Buy Right Now
If you’re a new rider or a rider looking for a small but capable machine, you’ve probably been interested in 300cc motorcycles.
These bikes offer quite a lot. They have a little more power than the 250cc motorcycles that dominated the small motorcycle market for so long, and that makes them oftentimes just a little better and more versatile.
Below I’ve pulled together my top five picks for the best 300cc motorcycles out there. These bikes are the cream of the crop at or near this displacement. Let’s dive in.
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When you think about 250cc motorcycles, you usually think about beginner motorcycles, but 250cc bikes are a great motorcycle for anyone really: new riders, intermediate riders, veteran riders—everyone.
Continue reading “Best 250cc Motorcycles You Can Buy Right Now”Yamaha’s New MotoGP V4 Engine Nears Completion
The rumor is that Yamaha has a new MotoGP V4 engine that is getting close to being ready. This would help the company’s racing team stay competitive in a field of ever-advancing engine technology. That could mean some changes for the Yamaha lineup in the future.
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Choosing a motorcycle involves more than just finding the right type of bike to buy—it’s also about managing ongoing costs like insurance. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or a newcomer to the world of motorcycles, opting for a bike with low insurance premiums can save you significant money over time. I’ve put together a list of the ten cheapest motorcycles to insure in 2024.
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The Yamaha electric motocross bike is coming. A month ago, Cycle World reported about some early stages, and now the new patents surfaced. This likely means it’s getting closer to a production model.
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An interesting use of aerodynamics for off-road bikes.
MotoGP bikes aren’t the only machines that can benefit from advanced aerodynamics. More and more special aerodynamic features are being found on motocross and dirt bikes, helping to improve performance.
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Yoshimura keeps coming with the R7 upgrades.
Looking for some upgrades to your new Yamaha R7? Yoshimura has you covered. The company just released a swingarm pivot kit and an airbox kit for the bike. This comes on the heels of the R7 camshaft upgrade recently released.
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If you want to upgrade your Yamaha R7 then you should check out the Yoshimura #ProjectR7 Camshafts. The company recently put out a press release about this unique piece of equipment for your R7. Keep reading to learn more.
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Yamaha continues to innovate.
The Yamaha Power Tuner App for the 2023 YZ450F received updates recently, meaning you’ll be able to better fine-tune the bike’s engine performance.
The app features a new intuitive setup, lap timer, traction and launch control tuner, and other bike setup guides.
This is a great way to get the most out of your machine, and it’s good to see Yamaha innovating here.
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