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.
Yoshimura #Project R7 Official Press Release
CHINO, CA – December 20, 2022 – Camshafts are the heart of any engine and is where tuning started for us. In 1954 Pop Yoshimura was grinding cams by hand. A lot of time has passed since then, one thing has not…passion. Today, Yoshimura cams are created in Japan from a special steel alloy billet and is just what the CP2 engine needs to make more grunt.
Product Details:
- Full billet intake and exhaust cam, made by Yoshimura Japan
- Full billet construction offers increase durability and quality over OEM or regrind options
- Intake lift 9.60mm / duration 250 degrees
- Exhaust lift 8.35mm / duration 246 degrees
- Includes matching set of valve springs
- Uses OEM cam sprockets
- NOT decomp compatible, may require high power lithium battery for easy starting
- Requires aftermarket pistons for increased valve lift
- Legal for use in MotoAmerica Twins Cup Class
Installer should be familiar with engine building, these are not drop in replacement! Cams must be degreed during installation.
Yoshimura will offer complete engine build services for the Yamaha R7. Engine build package details, services, and pricing coming soon.
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Dyno chart: stock engine vs. full race tune with cams.
Yamaha R7 Race Kit parts – pricing and info.
FOR CLOSED COURSE COMPETITION ONLY; NOT INTENDED FOR STREET USE
2022-23 Yamaha R7 Camshaft Kit ST-2M
Part #700XX137200
MSRP: $1459.00
About Yoshimura
Yoshimura is renowned for its Research and Development. But producing the finest exhaust systems in the world requires more than a big R&D department. Yoshimura is the leading manufacturer of exhaust systems because our commitment to R&D is matched by our dedication to uncompromising quality standards and our expertise in manufacturing pipes that meet those standards.
Source: Yoshimura Research and Development of America
