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Well this is a rumor that has been floating around for a while but it would appear that it is getting closer to reality. Word on the street is that a new 750cc version of Yamaha's T-Max sport maxi to compete with Gillera's GP800 may be in the 2010 range. We can't seem to shake lose the scuttlebutt that the new engine will be a 3cylinder version of the existing engine. This can be done because there is apparently already space for it being used by a dummy unit that is used to offset engine vibration. Normally when rumors refuse to die they will come true, we can only hope... we have always said these big capacity machines, along the line of the GP800 are the way of the future... It would be nice to be right occasionally.
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 written by John M , August 01, 2009
I currently own 3 bikes, Yamaha FJR1300, Honda Silverwing and Suzuki Burgman 650 Executive. You could say that I am in the midst of a quest to own the perfect bike, and instead of finding clarity I am increasingly conflicted as to what is best. They each have their pros/cons, none is perfect, all are very nice, I would have a hard time parting with any one of them. What I will say (and I hope Yamaha reads this) is not to overlook qualities that any good bike should have. 1) Make the seat comfortable for long rides, it can be done, I had a Corbin on a Yamaha FJ1100 that after 6 hours (one of my longest rides) was still comfortable. All the current bike's seats start to hurt in a little over an hour. 2) Get serious about eliminating engine vibration. 2 things will make you tired on a motorvehicle, noise and vibration. Nearly all newer bikes are sufficiently quiet, but only excellent engineering can eliminate vibration. I'm not talking about 52 degree V-twins here. Properly designed counterbalancers are required to eliminate vibration on all motor layouts other than 90 degree V-twins and V-fours or boxer twins, fours or sixes. For example while I think the FJR1300 is a fine bike, it actually buzzes at highway speeds while the Burgman and particularly the Silver Wing don't. This diminishes the experience (for me). 3) Stiction (the resistance to movement) in suspension provides no benefits, reducing it gives a smoother ride AND improves grip at the same time, especially on uneven surfaces in corners. 4) Transmissions that don't clunk when you shift, it can be done. Then there are the dozens of little things that can make a bike desirable like self-cancelling turn signals, clock (ALMOST standard on bikes now), various forms of trip computers, ambient temperature gague, adjustable windscreens, footpeg ergos allowing for straigher legs for rider and passengers. I could go on and I'm sure you could too. Wouldn't it be nice if manufacturers queried focus groups of bike owners before starting design. In computer programming we have a saying 'resist the urge to code' which basically means think about your design parameters as long as you can before you begin to build your product. Most of the qualities I have mentioned could be incorporated in nearly any type of motorcycle category.
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 written by Al G. , July 27, 2009
I have a 650 Burgman and love it. But, if Yamaha can can pack more hp into a lighter bike and add ABS to the package, I might just trade up. I'll wait and see what the specs and performance look like. Sounds like a winner, though.
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 written by ccopeland , July 14, 2009
IF they could make such a 750cc scooter with stereo and front flare like the Honda Goldwing. I would buy tomorrow. I like the 500cc and the style and the scooter is so much fun, Just ad mor- power for a partner to ride and a radio to listen to, a cross the country, we would not need the Goldwing and the Roadking.
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