yamaha (21 articles)
yamaha's motoroid experiments with fusing AI + motorcycles at tokyo motor show
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yamaha presents the motoroid, a motorcycle concept that can interact with the rider thanks to artificial intelligence.
yamaha presents the motoroid, a motorcycle concept that can interact with the rider thanks to artificial intelligence.
yamaha XSR700 hanko custom motorcycle by george woodman garage
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the rear end of george woodmans custom yamaha motorcycle is carved from solid wood and comes fitted with a custom black leather seat.
the rear end of george woodmans custom yamaha motorcycle is carved from solid wood and comes fitted with a custom black leather seat.
yamaha SR400 café racer by capêlo’s garage + elemental rides has a cork saddle
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portuguese bike builders nuno capêlo and ricardo santos transform the yamaha SR400 into this neo-retro café racer with a saddle covered in cork.
portuguese bike builders nuno capêlo and ricardo santos transform the yamaha SR400 into this neo-retro café racer with a saddle covered in cork.
custom 1979 yamaha HL500 NLO snow utility bike
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the custom 1979 yamaha 'HL500' snowbike by husky restorations is made for gliding through arctic landscapes, snow-covered cities and military operations.
the custom 1979 yamaha 'HL500' snowbike by husky restorations is made for gliding through arctic landscapes, snow-covered cities and military operations.
yamaha DT250 the smoker motorcycle by utopian customs
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a 1979 yamaha DT250 was stripped back to the essentials, then created into this minimalist motorcycle that pays homage to iconic american bike maker, crocker.
a 1979 yamaha DT250 was stripped back to the essentials, then created into this minimalist motorcycle that pays homage to iconic american bike maker, crocker.
rough crafts onyx blade motorcycle is striking and stealthy
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black friday: the onyx blade motorcycle features the same muscular stance, matte finish, and bodywork creases that have become signature of rough crafts.
black friday: the onyx blade motorcycle features the same muscular stance, matte finish, and bodywork creases that have become signature of rough crafts.
yamaha SR400 krugger motorcycle: an immaculate, custom-built café racer
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yamaha's latest collaboration, with belgian builder fred 'krugger' bertrand, takes it to the next level with a stunning layer of motogp history cleverly woven into the custom »
yamaha's latest collaboration, with belgian builder fred 'krugger' bertrand, takes it to the next level with a stunning layer of motogp history cleverly woven into the custom yamaha 'SR400'.
yamaha collaborates with ad hoc café racers to form custom 'XSR700'
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the street tracker features both technology and style, a tough custom with bold colors that stands out from the crowd.
the street tracker features both technology and style, a tough custom with bold colors that stands out from the crowd.
yamaha conceives mobility concepts to encourage community on a japanese island
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two electric concepts - the ‘05GEN’ and ’06GEN’, have user-friendly designs that blend in well with the surrounding environment.
two electric concepts - the ‘05GEN’ and ’06GEN’, have user-friendly designs that blend in well with the surrounding environment.
moto exotica’s 'eight' motorcycle uses uncommon stainless steel details for power + off-roading
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powered by an 125cc unmodified engine, the entire project has been custom built to handle the maximum power of the two-stroke.
powered by an 125cc unmodified engine, the entire project has been custom built to handle the maximum power of the two-stroke.
bunker custom delivers all-terrain practicality to yamaha’s XSR700 series
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all the body panels were changed for hand beaten 2 mm aluminum pieces, including fuel tank covers, side panels, front and rear mudguards, radiator covers and seat plate.
all the body panels were changed for hand beaten 2 mm aluminum pieces, including fuel tank covers, side panels, front and rear mudguards, radiator covers and seat plate.
yamaha’s 04GEN experiments with semi-transparent paneling shaped like swan wings
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the concept scooter contrasts between old and new using authentic real leather and semi-transparent trapezodial details made from plastic resins.
the concept scooter contrasts between old and new using authentic real leather and semi-transparent trapezodial details made from plastic resins.
swiss builder GS mashin instills gothic architectural themes into XV950 ultra for yamaha
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working from a small garage in bern, switzerland, GS mashin completed 95% of the build with just a few tools: an angle grinder, a bag of sand and a hammer.
working from a small garage in bern, switzerland, GS mashin completed 95% of the build with just a few tools: an angle grinder, a bag of sand and a hammer.
practice in silence with yamaha's brass instrument muting system
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three designers - keizo tatsumi, yuichiro suenaga and kei kunisada - worked to create a small, lightweight tool that has a precise weight balance when attached to brass wind »
three designers - keizo tatsumi, yuichiro suenaga and kei kunisada - worked to create a small, lightweight tool that has a precise weight balance when attached to brass wind instruments.
yamaha exceeds expectations with one-liter MT-10 motorcycle revealed at EICMA 2015
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the 998cc four-cylinder cross-plane engine delivers huge levels of linear torque in the low to mid speed range using a short wheelbase to give supremely light and agile handling »
the 998cc four-cylinder cross-plane engine delivers huge levels of linear torque in the low to mid speed range using a short wheelbase to give supremely light and agile handling performance.
motobot developed by yamaha sets to challenge motorcycle racers at high speeds
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the yamaha R&D department created the ‘motobot’ ver.1 to ride an unmodified motorcycle on a racetrack at more than 200 km/h.
the yamaha R&D department created the ‘motobot’ ver.1 to ride an unmodified motorcycle on a racetrack at more than 200 km/h.
yamaha develops electric motorcycle series for the streets and trails
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the street sport ‘PES2’ and dirt sport ‘PED2’ share a new power unit with a monocoque structure that also functions as the frame.
the street sport ‘PES2’ and dirt sport ‘PED2’ share a new power unit with a monocoque structure that also functions as the frame.
custom motorcycle by el solitario keeps the original yamaha frame untouched
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the ‘big bad wolf’ track monster was created with no cutting or welding to XJR1300 frame and everything except the tank, handlebar, and rear light was custom made.
the ‘big bad wolf’ track monster was created with no cutting or welding to XJR1300 frame and everything except the tank, handlebar, and rear light was custom made.
yamaha mass produces retro style alongside modern technology in the XSR 700
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a period style speedometer sits between the wide tapered back handlebars, offering a casual and upright riding position; while a trick mesh cover on the side keeps all the high »
a period style speedometer sits between the wide tapered back handlebars, offering a casual and upright riding position; while a trick mesh cover on the side keeps all the high tech electronics under wraps.
yamaha project AH A MAY swaps musical & motorcycle designer roles
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with 'musical instruments conceived by motorcycle designers' and 'motorbikes realized by musical instrument creators, yamaha's 'project AH A MAY' exhibits intriguing product range »
with 'musical instruments conceived by motorcycle designers' and 'motorbikes realized by musical instrument creators, yamaha's 'project AH A MAY' exhibits intriguing product range at saint etienne biennale.
transformation of 1968 yamaha XS650 by thrive influenced by wood-burning stoves
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the classic motorcycle has been reduced to shades of black, with brass and copper accents and a custom canvas bag for its tool kit.
the classic motorcycle has been reduced to shades of black, with brass and copper accents and a custom canvas bag for its tool kit.
