A changing of the guard: how the classic four-strokes lost their race against time

Article Abstract:

The obsolescence of the four-stroke motorcycles over two-strokes in motorcycle racing was described. Yamaha released its first two-stroke model, the TD1 in the 1960's. The firm perfected the technology in its succeeding models, the TD1A, TD1B, TD2, TR2B, TD3, TR3s and the TA250s.

Author: Thompson, Jon F.
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Cycle World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0011-4286
Year: 1997
Product enhancement, Motorcycle industry, Yamaha Motor Company Ltd.

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ZZR250 and KLE500: fun, but not for here

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Two 1992 Kawasaki motorcycles, the ZZR250 and the KLE500, will be sold in Japan and Europe, but not in the United States. Engine design and performance of both the KLE500 rally-style bike and the ZZR250 beginners' bike are discussed.

Author: Thompson, Jon F.
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Cycle World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0011-4286
Year: 1992
Kawasaki ZZR250 (Motorcycle ), Kawasaki KLE500 (Motorcycle)

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Tesi revisited

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The Bimota Tesi 1Dsr motorcycle has a 904cc engine and a revamped suspension system. The bike offers excellent handling, braking and stability. It is sold in Italy for $41,000.

Author: Thompson, Jon F.
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Cycle World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0011-4286
Year: 1992
Bimota Tesi 1Dsr (Motorcycle)

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