Yamaha Virago 250 Review

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Cruisers are great for those who are looking to spend a lot of time on their bike taking trips.  While you can always use these bikes as a means of communicating, they are really meant for the open road and can be customized to fit your needs and wants.

One of the best cruisers for new riders is the Yamaha Virago 250.  Listed at approximately $4,000 new, this bike comes well equipped and you can feel comfortable that you are getting your money’s worth.  Not only is the bike small and nimble, it is a great looking bike full of enough chrome to satisfy just about any taste.

The bike comes with a 249cc air cooled 60-degree V-twin engine that is capable of getting over 70 miles to the gallon.  Overall, it weighs 302 pounds and is a short bike at just 27 inches from the ground to the seat.  That seat height is a full two inches lower than the seat on the Kawasaki Ninja 250 making it a perfect fit for shorter riders and women as well.  On the other side, riders who are on the taller side may want something a little bit bigger.

The Yamaha Virago 250 is one of the most expensive beginner bikes on the market, but the deep rumble of the engine makes it worth it.  This bike also has classic cruiser styling and an upright seating position to make it easy and comfortable for just about anyone to ride.

About the only drawback to this bike is that it is fairly light and can get blown around somewhat on the highway by other vehicles.  However, if you are in the market for a beginner bike that doesn’t look like, sound like or act like one, then this is the bike for you.

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Yamaha Motorcycles Virago

Yamaha Motorcycles Virago

Yamaha Motorcycles Virago

Specifications for the 1989 Yamaha Virago 750 cc

• The 1989 Yamaha XV 750 WC Virago is a cruiser motorbike that belonged to the Yamaha Virago 750 series, produced from 1981 to 1996. The 1989 Yamaha Virago, like other motorcycles of its class, has the rider's footpegs placed forward to allow the rider to lean back slightly. The passenger's footpegs, on the other hand, are positioned slightly back so that the passenger leans forward closer to the rider.

Engine

• The modestly powerful air-cooled, four-stroke, V-twin engine of the 1989 Yamaha XV 750 WC Virago has a displacement of 749.00 cc, or 45.70 cubic inches. The engine had a compression ratio of 9.0 to 1. At 7,000 rpm, the engine has 55 horsepower, or 40.1 kw. The maximum torque of 58.84 newton meters, or 43.4 ft.-lbs., can be reached at 6,000 rpm. The engine features a 40 mm Mikuni carburetor, a TCI ignition and wet sumo lubrication system. The engine is started by an electric starter.

Capacities

• The motorcycle weighs 211.0 kg, or 465.2 lbs., resulting in a 0.2607 HP/kg power-to-weight ratio. The bike is equipped with a 13-liter, or 3.43-gallon, fuel tank. With a fuel consumption of 6 liters per 100 km, or 39.20 mpg, the 1989 Yamaha XV 750 WC Virago can go 217.1 km, or 134.5 miles, without refueling.

Other Specifications

• The 1989 Yamaha XV 750 WC Virago has a muffler exhaust system with double stainless steel pipes. In terms of the carbon dioxide emissions, the bike produces 139.2 g of CO2 per every kilometer it travels. The motorbike has double disc front brakes and drum rear brakes. The motorcycle's frame is made from CrMo, or chromoly, steel that results from mixing chromium and molybdenum. CrMo steel has high strength-to-weight ratios.

Yamaha Virago with a Whole New Look

 

Yamaha Virago XV920 streetfighter

The name Yamaha Virago is not usually followed by the words cafe racer or streetfighter but here's something that might change your mind. My usual cruise through the eBay listings turned up this custom, definitely a long way from its beginnings as a Virago XV920. Last year I found a Virago with a Norton look which a lot of you liked, so here's another direction for that tired old bike sitting in your garage or maybe a neat conversion for one of those used Viragos you can pick up cheap for a very reasonable price.

It still has the easy maintenance shaft drive but there's a new tail section and seat, nice paint job and that Virago twin that just keeps going and going.

Of course you can change the look of an old Yamaha Maxim, too, if you prefer inline fours to V-Twins. Your choice.

There are a lot of nice bikes out there, but sometimes they're hidden in plain sight and look like tired old metric cruisers. Add imagination and a bit of work and you might be surprised at what you end up with. I like it.

Yamaha Virago XV920 streetfighter

2011 Yamaha YZF-R6 Gallery

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2011 Yamaha YZF-R6 Wallpaper

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2011 Yamaha YZF-R6 Sports Bike

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Yamaha YZF-R6

 

Hardcore, know the score. The Yamaha YZF-R6 is a sexy uber-capable track bike that works on the road too. It caught the 600 race rep class napping and nothing came close until Suzuki launched its 2001 GSX-R600 – that’s a long time to rule the 600 roost and shows just how good the original Yamaha YZF-R6 was.The Yamaha YZF-R6 loves to rev – a 15,500 rpm redline was high for the time. And it’s powerful. 160mph fast doesn’t sound amazing in these days of 180+mph bikes but unleashing the Yamaha YZF-R6's 108bhp certainly feels pretty special. The midrange is surprisingly meaty too although the top end rush hides it. The gearbox isn’t the smoothest but it’s at least a match for most Hondas.

Light, rapid steering and hard to fault on the track – ultimately the Yamaha YZF-R6's pegs will touch down but that takes some doing. The bars will waggle under power but the Yamaha YZF-R6 is a fast steering track bike so that’s to be expected. It can’t quite match the composition and easy turn in of the latest supersport 600s but it’s a small difference – chassis wear will be more significant on most machines.Sports bikes don’t have to be crippling and impractical. And the Yamaha YZF-R6 is neither. The riding position’s pretty reasonable – touring’s possible although the seat could benefit from a gel insert. The Yamaha YZF-R6's instruments are comprehensive for the era and include an extra trip meter triggered by the fuel reserve. Above average underseat storgage, good headlights, passable mirrors.

The Yamaha YZF-R6's finish is a mixed bag. Plenty of major parts resist the rigors of rain and salt well. But a few smaller parts let the Yamaha YZF-R6 down. Bolts, brackets and fasteners plus a handful of bigger components fur or rust up far too easily. Major Yamaha YZF-R6 reliability problems are extremely rare. Check for heavy oil consumption and any form of gearbox fault.This is a popular, but value for money, class and it’s hard fought on price. The Yamaha YZF-R6 is not only the best bike from late 1998 to the end of 2000 it’s the best looking too so prices hold up quite well. Suzuki’s GSX-R is track capable but poor on the road, Honda’s CBR is a sound machine but revvy and the Kawaski’s more road focused.

Graves Motorsports Video Production of a Yamaha R6 Engine Disassembly

KENNESAW, GA – May 18, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Part 2 of the Graves Motorsports 3D video series showcases a Yamaha R6 3D engine disassembly. Josh Herrin’s AMA crew chief Gary Dean builds the engine into a lightning fast, pro level Daytona Sportbike thoroughbred. Because Graves Motorsports supports the racing community, this exact spec Yamaha R6 engine can be found on Gravesport.com

See standard and 3D versions of this video on Graves Motorsports YOUTUBE video page : http://www.youtube.com/user/GravesMotorsports

The complete engine being built in this video can be found at: http://www.gravesport.com/Team-Graves-Yamaha-R6-Race-Spec-Engines.html

Graves Motorsports is a leading motorcycle sport bike parts and accessories manufacturer. Graves Motorsports produces exhaust systems, fender eliminator kits, frame sliders, velocity stacks, engine case covers, engine performance and the leading resource for Dynojet Power Commander + accessories. Graves Motorsports has two locations: Van Nuys, California and Kennesaw, Georgia. www.gravesport.com

How To Understand Your 2008 Yamaha R6 Suspension

http://www.SportbikeWrench.com 2008 Yamaha R6 Suspension Evaluation w/ Dave Moss of Catalyst Reaction Suspension. If you bought this motorcycle, would the stock springs be right for you?

Yamaha YZF R6

Yamaha YZF R6 was the first production motorcycle with a fly by wire throttle system for flawless response under all conditions.,the motor cycle has been blessed with super quality braking system and forks. Yamaha YZF R6 is most advanced 600cc bike produced ever as it is equipped with race oriented technologies and features Let’s talk about the Yamaha YZF R6 price, features and specifications in detail.

Yamaha YZF R6 Features and Specifications

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Yamaha YZF R6 engine

Yamaha YZF R6 Engine Specification
Bore x stroke 67.0 x 42.5 mm
Carbutator Fuel injection
Clutch type Wet multiple-disc coil spring
Compression ratio 12.8:1
Displacement 599 cc
Engine type Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, forward inclined, parallel 4-cylinder, 16-valves, D0HC
Final transmission: Chain
Fuel tank capacity 17.5 litres
Ignition system TCI
Lubrication system Wet sump
Maximum power With direct air induction: 97.8 kW (133 PS) @ 14,500 rpm / Without direct air induction: 93.4 kW (127 PS) @ 14,500 rpm
Maximum torque With direct air induction: 68.0 Nm (6.93 kg-m) @ 12,000 rpm / Without direct air induction: 66.0 Nm (6.73 kg-m) @ 12,000 rpm
Oil tank capacity 3.4 litres
Starter system Electric
Transmission system Constant mesh, 6-speed
Yamaha YZF R6 Dimensions
Height (mm) 1,100 mm
Length (mm) 2,040 mm
Minimum ground clearance (mm) 130 mm
Seat height (mm) 850 mm
Wheel base (mm) 1,380 mm
Width (mm) 700 mm
Yamaha YZF R6 Chassis
Chassis Aluminium die-cast Deltabox
Front brake Dual discs, Ø 310 mm
Front suspension system Telescopic fork
Front travel 120 mm
Front tyre 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear brake Single disc, Ø 220 mm
Rear suspension system Swingarm (link suspension)
Rear travel 120 mm
Rear tyre 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)

Price Yamaha YZF R6  $10,690.00

2011 Yamaha YZF-R1

2011 Yamaha YZF-R1

2011 Yamaha YZF-R1 Specification and Picture :
Manufacture : Yamaha
Year : 2011
Engine : Ultra-lightweight, compact, 998cc, DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled, 40 degree inclined, in-line four-cylinder engine with “crossplane” style crankshaft.
Suspension : Aluminium Deltabox frame has been designed to offer an optimized rigidity balance to maximize handling performance. This frame is very rigid or stiff at the head pipe, engine mounts and swingarm pivot point. In other areas, material has been carefully removed to allow “tuned flex”. Finished in black, this frame boasts a compact 1415mm (55.7″) wheelbase.

2011 Yamaha YZF-R1

2011 Yamaha YZF-R1 Specification and Picture :
Manufacture : Yamaha
Year : 2011
Engine : Ultra-lightweight, compact, 998cc, DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled, 40 degree inclined, in-line four-cylinder engine with “crossplane” style crankshaft.
Suspension : Aluminium Deltabox frame has been designed to offer an optimized rigidity balance to maximize handling performance. This frame is very rigid or stiff at the head pipe, engine mounts and swingarm pivot point. In other areas, material has been carefully removed to allow “tuned flex”. Finished in black, this frame boasts a compact 1415mm (55.7″) wheelbase.

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Valentino Rossi Yamaha R1 Motorcycle Will be Auctioned at No Reserve for Charity

Bonhams will be auctioning a truly one-of-a-kind motorcycle offered in collaboration with the most successful motorcycle racer of his era, Valentino Rossi.

As written about in the April 2010 issues of both Cycle World and Motorcyclist, a highly upgraded and customized 2009 Yamaha YZF-R1 1000cc – the civilian version of the MotoGP bike campaigned by World Champion Rossi – will be offered for sale with no reserve at Bonhams’ third annual motorcycle auction at Quail Lodge on May 14th.

Sporting Rossi’s personal “Five Continents” AGV helmet design, this amazing and very specialized motorcycle was the brainchild of former racing champion and AMA Hall of Famer Don Emde. Emde founded the non-profit Friends of Riders For Health to further the cause in America of Riders For Health, a charitable organization that brings life-saving medicines to people in remote areas of Africa by way of motorcycles.  As a way to generate funds for Riders For Health, Emde conceived of this project and then invited the “who’s who” of the motorcycling world to participate.

“Once we got Rossi’s blessing, everyone jumped aboard,” says Emde. Yamaha Motor Corp. USA donated the brand new stock machine, Aldo Drudi translated the graphics from Rossi’s helmet to the R1’s special bodywork imported from Italy, Roland Sands donated Ronin wheels, Bridgestone added BT-003 tires, Öhlins gave suspension, Akrapovic provided exhaust, EBC did brakes, and the list goes on – Vortex, Goodridge, Dynojet, etc. Just with improvements the bike’s value is nearly $30,000, and that’s without the significance of the project and Rossi’s involvement.

This incredible team effort R1, personally autographed by Rossi, will be presented in “track day” trim but it is fully street legal and will be offered with all the necessary accessories and California title. On top of that, Yamaha will donate a day at the Yamaha Champions Riding School for the winning bidder. 100% of the proceeds from this sale will go to Riders For Health.

2011 Yamaha YZF-R1 Specifications and Pictures

 

Forget everything you ever knew about the supersport liter class. The all new Yamaha YZF-R1 is unlike anything before. That's because it's the world's first production motorcycle with a crossplane crankshaft. The result? Incredibly smooth power delivery and outrageous torque for a rush like you've never exerienced.

2011 Yamaha YZF-R1 Specifications

Year	2011
Manufacturer	Yamaha
Model	YZF-R1
Engine Type	4-stroke DOHC 16 valves (titanium intake valves)
Engine Displacement	998cc
Bore & Stroke	78.0 mm X 52.2 mm
Compression Ratio	12.7:1
Cooling	Liquid-Cooled
Fuel System	Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
Ignition	TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
Starting System	Electric
Transmission	6-speed w/multiplate slipper clutch
Final Drive	#530 O-ring chain
Rake and Trail	24.0° 4.0 in.
Wheel Base	55.7 in.
Seat Height	32.8 in.
Front Suspension	43mm inverted fork; fully adjustable, 4.7-in travel
Rear Suspension	Single shock w/piggyback reservoir; 4-way adjustable, 4.7-in travel
Front Brake	Dual 310mm disc; radial-mount forged 6-piston calipers
Rear Brake	220mm disc; single-piston caliper
Front Tire	120/70ZR17
Rear Tire	190/55ZR17
Fuel Capacity	4.8 gal.
Dry Weight	454 lbs. (Wet)
MSRP	$13,590