Yamaha Motor Europe news

Yamaha fits integral Y-COP system to all outboards 30-100 hp (Mo, 16 Nov 2009)
How often have you wondered: “why do cars have electronic protection from theft or unauthorised use, but outboard engines never do?” Last year, Yamaha became the first manufacturer to change all that - with the introduction of the innovative Y-COP (Yamaha Customer Outboard Protection) system o
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Yamaha debuts new concept models at 41st Tokyo Motor Show (Mi, 28 Okt 2009)
Creating product performance that appeals to human sensibilities. That’s the principle used by Yamaha Motor when developing motorcycles and scooters. We value human perceptions more than hard spec numbers. At the root of this philosophy are Yamaha’s Smart Power ideals. Smart Power is about looking to electricity and
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Scooters: 2010 X-MAX 250 and X-MAX 125 (Do, 15 Okt 2009)
2010 X-MAX: Because life is sport Since its launch in 2005, the X-MAX has been a huge success, with many satisfied riders throughout Europe. Its sporty, fashionable design – inspired by Yamaha’s flagship scooter model, the TMAX – large storage capacity and easy handling have been key to its popularity. Now Yamaha introduces t
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Motorcycles: New line-up 2010 (Do, 08 Okt 2009)
On the street and on the racetrack, Yamaha have once again been the dominant force in the world of motorcycling. Offering one of the widest ranges of exciting and innovative models from 1900cc through to 50cc, Yamaha is justifiably regarded as being one of the most forward-thinking and dynamic brands in the marketplace today. In MotoGP, WSB an
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Motorcycles: The 2010 YZ450F - a machine made for corners (Di, 08 Sep 2009)
Every motocross rider wants a machine with exquisite handling - it lets you zip through corners, get on the gas sooner on the other side, and makes the bike less tiring to ride. So for 2010 the YZ450F has been completely re-designed with one goal in mind – handling better than anything else on the track. Yamaha has always understood that races are
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2010 WaveRunners – a world of excitement on the waves awaits (Mo, 24 Aug 2009)
Whether you’re a seasoned racer or a first-time rider, Yamaha’s 2010 WaveRunner range invites you to get out there and enjoy the excitement of riding on the open water.  From recreational models for novices and watersport enthusiasts, to ultra-high performance sport models - all feature reliable Yamaha marine engines, great-handling hulls
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Motorcycles: Josh Coppins gives the new YZ250F a work out in Berghem (Di, 28 Jul 2009)
Yamaha MX rider Josh Coppins was the perfect choice to give the new 2010 YZ250F a workout at the off road Masterclass* on the tough New Seven Hills track in Berghem last week. The world class rider was clearly impressed with the machine which features a new aluminium bilateral frame and redistributed radiator and fuel tank for a more centraliz
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Fantastic Yamaha Race Replicas to be won! (Mi, 18 Nov 2009)
In celebration of an immense year of racing in world championship disciplines across the globe, Yamaha Motor Europe have launched a special international competition in which a YZF-R1 Valentino Rossi MotoGP Replica, a YZF-R1 Ben Spies Replica and a Cal Crutchlow version of the YZF-R6 can be won by three lucky participants*. On top of this, 100 exclusive Yamaha championship t-shirts, designed by Aldo Drudi, can also be won in the countries where the competition runs*.
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Fantastic Yamaha Race Replicas to be won! (Mi, 18 Nov 2009)
In celebration of an immense year of racing in world championship disciplines across the globe, Yamaha Motor Europe have launched a special international competition in which a YZF-R1 Valentino Rossi MotoGP Replica, a YZF-R1 Ben Spies Replica and a Cal Crutchlow version of the YZF-R6 can be won by three lucky participants*. On top of this, 100 exclusive Yamaha championship t-shirts, designed by Aldo Drudi, can also be won in the countries where the competition runs*.
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Yamaha teams start work for 2010 in Valencia (Di, 10 Nov 2009)
One day after sealing the Triple Crown of titles for 2009, the Fiat Yamaha Team was back at work in Valencia today looking towards the next season. World Champion Valentino Rossi and runner-up Jorge Lorenzo tested this afternoon and will continue tomorrow before finally getting the chance to take some time off. Lorenzo finished the day second fastest behind Casey Stoner and Rossi was just behind him in third.
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Super Spies shines at Valencia test (Di, 10 Nov 2009)
Ben Spies played a starring role on the second day of MotoGP testing in Valencia today, the Texan producing another confident and assured performance on his Monster Yamaha Tech 3 YZR-M1 machine. Making only his fifth appearance on board Yamaha's YZR-M1 machine, the 25-year-old continued his seamless transition from World Superbikes to finish with the fourth quickest time.
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Yamaha Factory Racing Team Press Release (Mo, 09 Nov 2009)
On Winning the 2009 MotoGP Triple Crown Message from Tsuneji Togami, President and CEO, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. "It gives me the greatest pleasure to announce that, for the second consecutive year, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. has achieved its ultimate goal in MotoGP competition by winning the Triple Crown of rider, team and manufacturer championship titles.
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Double podium sees Fiat Yamaha seal triple crown in Valencia as Edwards scores fourth and Spies seventh place. (Sa, 14 Nov 2009)
Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo finished second and third in the season-ending Grand Prix of Valencia this afternoon, the ninth time the pair have shared the podium this season. It ensured that Yamaha won the Triple Crown for the second year running after Rossi took the Riders' title, Fiat Yamaha the Teams' and Yamaha the Constructors'. Today's result also sealed Lorenzo the runner-up spot in the Championship in just his second year in MotoGP.
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Lorenzo takes 16th front row of season, Rossi qualifies fourth, Spies ninth (Sa, 07 Nov 2009)
Jorge Lorenzo qualified third today in the final MotoGP qualifying session of the season in Valencia. It was the 16th time the Spaniard has been on the front row this season, more than any other rider. His Fiat Yamaha team-mate and the 2009 World Champion Valentino Rossi qualified in fourth at the Spanish track, ahead of tomorrow's season finale.
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