The Yamaha YZR500 was a 500 cc Grand Prix racing motorcycle made by Yamaha from 1973 to 2002. It achieved significant acclaim, especially during the 1980s and 1990s.

This was the first GP500 machine to mount a 2-stroke V-4 engine, and it featured a frame structure that eliminated the under-loop that connects to the Deltabox frame and a rear suspension mounted under the chassis lateral to the direction of forward motion.

Yamaha YZR500, 1980-1989 The Yamaha 0W53 of 1981 is the last GP racer with a four-in-line motor. The frame was an updated version of the Yamaha 0W48R. Kenny Roberts received the Yamaha 0W54 for the 1981 season, a square four with rotary valves. The bike had a broader powerband but was more difficult to ride as it was heavier.

Max Biaggi had 3 GP wins and scored the second place in the World Championship. The last machine from the “breed” of 28 Yamaha YZR500 bikes, the Yamaha 0WL9 of 2002, will go into history as the “final” two-stroke.

Feb 9, 2019 · YAMAHA YZR500. Price new: £75,000 (1992) Price now: About the same! Engine: 498cc, liquid-cooled V4, two-stroke. Power: 155bhp-190bhp (between 1992-2001 and dependent on factory parts!) Weight: 130kilos (dry) Wheelbase: 1370mm (but adjustable!) FOR: Utterly gorgeous – the ultimate two-stroke track day machine! AGAINST: Try finding one…

Oct 31, 2023 · Introduced in the 1970s, this iconic racing motorcycle has left an indelible mark on the sport. With its innovative design, relentless power, and exceptional handling, the YZR500 has become a legend on the track.

Oct 31, 2023 · When it comes to two-stroke hustling cruisers, the Yamaha YZR500 may be a title that reverberates with racing enthusiasts all over the world. To begin with presented in 1973, the Yamaha YZR500 quickly became a force to be figured with in the world of Fantastic Prix dashing.

This was the representative in-line 4-cylinder, piston valve engine YZR500 that had matured through six generations from the 0W35 to the 0W53. It became the base model for the production road racer TZ500 released in 1980.

Jul 8, 2017 · With a prosperous 29-year history of competition at the top level, the YZR 500 is a coveted collector’s bike and as a consequence even the machines that lack historical significance or didn’t see much racing success are still routinely accompanied by six-figure price-tags.

Dec 7, 2024 · The 1973 Yamaha YZR500 marked a pivotal moment in motorcycle racing history, representing Yamaha’s first serious attempt to challenge the established European dominance in the 500cc Grand Prix class.