If you’ve ever been hit on the fingers by a stone or various other bits of debris launched at you by the wheels of a vehicle in front, then you’ll appreciate why the new Pyramid Handguards for the Yamaha MT09 and MT-09 SP might be worth the investment.
Produced in the UK, they’re made from tough and durable ABS plastic, designed to suit the angular styling of the SP, and look like they might have been fitted as original equipment. And along with lowering the chance of being injured by flying rubbish, you’ll also be shielded from the wind, rain and insects. Which can make a difference if you struggle when your hands get cold and wet.
Pyramid website, along with the other add-ons designed for the Yamaha MT09, included an Extenda Fenda, a Spray Guard and a Tail Tidy.
Originally launched in 2013, find our previous coverage of the Yamaha MT-09 and any relevant products, here. And the Yamaha MT-09 SP followed later in 2018. So if you fancy any older version, you can find plenty of examples for sale on sites including eBay.
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Yamalube YART Yamaha Win The 24 Hours Of Spa
It’s victory for the Austrian team as Yamalube YART Yamah win the 24 Hours of Spa for 2023, taking the win from the FCC TSR Honda France outfit, with the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team in third.
Having secured pole position, the running start and a slight wheelie meant Martin Fritz entered the first turn in 10th before moving back up to a three-way battle for the lead. Saftey cars meant team-mates Karel Hanika and Niccolo Canepa weren’t able to extend an advantage until around 15 hours into the race. And despite a puncture for Fritz with five hours to go, the rear tyre was replaced without YART Yamaha losing the lead.
The performance means the YART team now lead the overall FIM EWC standings after two rounds, and is the first 24 hour win for the squad in 14 years, along with their first EWC victory since 2020 at the 12 Hours of Estoril.
the YART bike will be fielding a special livery. The final event of the EWC season takes place at Paul Ricard on September 14th-17th, for the Bol D’or.
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YART EWC Will Lead Yamaha’s Suzuka 8 Hours Teams
With the famous endurance race taking place from August 4-6th, 2023, it’s been announced YART EWC will lead Yamaha’s Suzuka 8 Hours teams.
The Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team is currently competing in the Endurance World Championship under owner and manager Mandy Kainz. Their riders are Italian former WSB, MotoGP and Mo2 rider Niccolo Canepa who won the EWC championship in 2017, former IDM Supersport and Superstock champion Marvin Fritz, and Czech former Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup and European Moto3 champion Karel Hanika.
until 2013 for us to ride one.
Check out all of our motorcycle sport coverage, here. Along with new, classic and custom Yamaha motorcycles here. And if you’re inspired to create a Suzuka 8 Hours replica, you can find suitable R1s for sale via eBay.
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Zero Mile Mint 1982 Yamaha TZ500 Racer Up For Auction
It’s not often that you see a mint 1982 Yamaha TZ500 racer up for auction. And it’s even more unusual when it’s never been ridden, completely original, and showing 0 miles on the clocks. In fact, the only signs that it’s 40 years old are two small cracks near the seat and on the rear fairing.
The TZ weren’t quite as successful as other production racing motorcycles like the Suzuki RG 500, but Dutch rider Jack Middelburg did win the 1980 Grand Prix on one, beating Graziano Rossi and Franco Uncini.
Race motorcycles are generally rare to find in completely original condition, especially as any bike used on track will either end up modified or repaired as it goes through one or more seasons of competition. But not only has this bike never been ridden, it’s even still wearing the original tyres, and has spent a lifetime being carefully stored in private collections in the UK and Italy.
Obviously the fact that there’s a zero mile mint 1982 Yamaha TZ500 racer up for auction means it’s likely to receive substantial bidding. And while it’s a shame to see any classic bike not being used, it’ll be a brave buyer who intends to put the first-ever mileage on the clocks after 40 years, especially as the switchgear, and even the grey foam seat pad, are entirely unused.
Apparently the only thing that’s happened to it in four decades has been replacing the clutch seals due to the lack of use.
The auction is being held by Collecting Cars, and ends on Friday February 11th, 2022 at 7.30pm if you fancy putting a bid in. The current highest offer stands at £30,000, which is a substantial amount of money, but considering the rarity of a 1980s GP bike in this condition, it’s likely to end a lot higher!
Check out more on new, custom and classic Yamahas, here. And if you can’t quite stretch to a mint 1982 Yamaha TZ500, why not check out all of the secondhand Yamahas currently for sale on eBay to see if there’s a more afforable option for you?
