If you knew me, you would know that I am a big fan of all things Yamaha. I own multiple name bearing guitars, enjoy spending time on their electric and acoustic pianos, have one of the receiver units to power my sound system and have 2 Yamaha motorcycles on this list. To say that everything they build is amazing sounds like an extreme effort, but to be fair, they have a serious commitment to quality, and to being competitive in every area of business they are involved in. Their motorcycles are always competitive, some at the forefront of innovation. and to others so good, that it was retained for years and years in the same plan. Yamaha motorcycles come in all shapes and sizes, these are the top ten bikes produced by Yamaha;
1. Yamaha V-Max (2009 and up model)
Yamaha had to take a year to produce the new model. The bike’s cult-icon status required retaining many of the old bike’s qualities while making the bike a whole new one at the same time. In the process, they turned the V-Max into a technological cause for Yamaha. Using tricks from Yamaha racing motorcycles, the V-Max puts out serious amounts of power, around 200 horsepower, from a 1700cc engine. The “light” feeling that the original V-max was famous for was to be retained, but done in a very modern way. On top of that, all the issues with the original V-max have been addressed in the redesign. Instead of being a drag bike that could be driven around town, the new V-max blurs the line between cruiser, flagship and sport bikes in by handling words and broken actions.
2. Yamaha V-Max (1985-2007 Model)
I was lucky enough to own a 2001 V-max and to this day I still miss that bike. Because of the cult status these bikes have had since the day they were produced, the owners love these bikes, they take care of them and everyone knows what to do to fix the problems the bike has from the factory. The bike came out during the “muscle bike” wars in the mid-80s among Japanese motorcycle manufacturers and was the only one not to fall into obscurity. With a 1200cc V-4 engine, the bike produces 133hp and 90 foot pounds of torque, making it one of the most powerful engines on a bike at the time, and even when it was discontinued, it became the fastest ever. The trick to making so much power was a little servo operated device in the intake system called V-Boost. The 6500 plate bike went from a fairly easy-to-manage, heavy-torque motor to a fire-breathing monster, providing fuel and air from two carburetors to enter the cylinder instead of a single carburetor. It was something to take seriously because riding from 6500rpms to redline was a tight experience and one that would either scare you silly or sell you enough on the bike. Any bike that could still win accolades and honors after 20 years is in my book, especially since the modifications made over the years were minor and only happened once in this model’s 22-year history.
3. Yamaha FJR 1300
Starting out as the FJR1100, the FJR1300 is considered one of the ultimate sports motorcycles running today. While the class is much more competitive than it was when the FJR1300 first came out, this bike is still considered by many to be the best bike in the class; combining a strong engine, excellent comfort and a heavy cornering ability into a package that can be driven in corners or across the country. On top of that, the FJR is a technological showpiece, being the first and only bike available in the US with a wide-width suspension and push button mobility capability.
4. Yamaha R1
Considered to hit the sports bike in various years, 2009 and until R1 is really the best course in the sports bike class. Even other bikes have more cc’s, but they can’t hold up in a straight line or on the twisties with the R1. the bike is almost identical to the racing version, except for the road compound tires and the safety equipment. This 1000ccbike makes about 200 horsepower and probably over 200 horsepower when the induction ram kicks in the speed from the bike and keeps the balls uneven He has an order in the race bike.
5. Yamaha FZ1
Originally a standard/street fighter bike with a modified R1 style engine, the 2001 FZ1 had a steel frame that made it a very popular stunt bike in the Harley Davidson models to drink than the fresh touring cruiser designs for from Kawasaki and Victoria motorcycles. With a classic shape and a 1300cc V-4 engine, it’s comfortable, inexpensive enough to maintain and one of the most reliable motorcycles on the road today. I admit I almost bought one of these before deciding on more power, but the Interstate Honda Valkyrie is no longer produced.
7. Yamaha/Stella Stratoliner Deluxe
Another great cruiser from Yamaha, this bike is the king of the V-Twi, boasting a displacement of nearly 1900cc. The torque is amazing and it moves quite well, even with two loaded things and people and big windshield and raised that it becomes a flag. It has been praised by all for its ferocity and the air cooled engine produces excellent power thanks to the fuel injection the bike has. It has an excellent audio system for the driver and with the accessories available, this bike can be a around town “bagger” or can easily be converted into Ultra-Classic killer with aftermarket accessories.
8. Yamaha/Star Raider
This cruiser/runner was put on the list for one reason. Its introduction inspired other motorcycle companies to build more chopper like motorcycles. In the arena of inspired chopper bikes, Yamaha has always been at the forefront, but the introduction of the Raider with its clean, modified lines and beautiful, air-cooled v-twin made other motorcycle manufacturers really think about the choptronic market. a viable market to develop protein, even if production runs lower.
9. Yamaha R6/FZ6
If you’ve read this far, you’ve probably noticed that the FZ1 and R1 are listed separately, while the R6 and FZ6 are listed together. The reason is that they are much closer to each other and always have been. While the FZ6 started out as the Fazer (and is still named as such in markets other than the United States) the engine process There was always a similarity between these two examples. machine? The same, it is connected differently. Tables; the same again. The major differences of the past 10 years are really about engine tuning, suspension adjustability and other details that separate the FZ6 from the R6 and what is considered a “standard” from a true sport bike. (And most insurance companies see them as far more similar than Yamaha though). Both racers are light and incredibly sporty. The FZ6 is simply more comfortable for longer commuting and the engine tuning is more geared towards everyday drivability over ultimate performance.
10. Yamaha Seca 650 Turbo (1982)
Many motorcycles from Yamaha deserve a place on this list. Still, I couldn’t help but bring up the whirlwind of the past. This bike was, and still is, a different kind of beast. An advertisement from 1982 showed him that he had rushed in unscathed. Who, except the master of Rueratense, could not know this? The bike, and other turbo bikes of the era, just couldn’t live up to the hype, ahead of their time in terms of complexity and cost to extract the horsepower they were selling hard in the early 80’s. Sadly, things are in the past, but good examples can still be seen; although in recent years they have become somewhat of a driver. If you ever get the chance to drive one, take it. It is a case of riding that was a short chapter in the development of the motorcycle.
Sources:
Yamaha Motor Company, USA, Yamaha Motors
List of Yamaha Motorcycles, Wikipedia
