These Photos Reveal That The ’70s Was The Most Legendary Decade For Motorcycles

Published on 09/22/2020
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Yamaha XS650

In 1968, the Yamaha Motor Company released a medium-sized motorcycle called the Yamaha XS650. It sold this model until 1979. After that, Yamaha created a “Special” cruised that it sold into the mid’’80s. The XS650 original designs go back to the ‘50s. Thanks to some ownership problems over the Hosk single overhead, Yamaha ended up taking over the reins and turning the engine into a 650 cc twin.

Yamaha XS650

Yamaha XS650

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Yamaha YZR500

When Yamaha developed the YZR500, it wanted to make a good racing bike. This model represented the company in 500cc Grand Prix races from the ‘70s to the ‘2000s. It caught the attention of the public and the motorcycle world since it was one of the fastest models on the planet. Most racing bikes failed to meet regulations, so it was not road legal. Due to its high demand, Yamaha went on to mass-produce it.

Yamaha YZR500

Yamaha YZR500

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