Read about a one-off Yamaha R1 superbike special build, created by Crescent Yamaha in tribute to Valentino Rossi, here with ...

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One of the standout features of the YZF-R1 engine is its cross-plane crankshaft, introduced in the 2009 model. This design delivers a unique firing order that enhances traction and provides a ...

Exact cause of crash that killed 179 remains unclear, but investigators discover remains of Baikal teal, a migratory bird Duck remains were found in both engines of the Jeju passenger jet that ...

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It’s what I grew up riding, and while Yamaha has built loads of great R1-inspired naked bikes, it’s never built one with a crossplane crankshaft engine, a big bang donk if you like. Until now of ...

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The new engine features four cylinders arranged in a V4 pattern. Of course, this greatly increases the mechanical complexity. To start, he had to machine a crankshaft to connect all four ...

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