When I say “Yamaha,” there are a few things you might think of. One may be the world’s largest musical instrument manufacturer, churning out everything from pianos and guitars to drumsticks. Another is the audio company that, among other things, developed the first successful digital synthesizer and the first CD recorder. If you’re reading CarLifeNation, […]
Category: Yamaha
No Expense Spared…At a Budget Price? The 2025 Yamaha R9
Ever since the death of the legendary R6, Yamaha fans have been begging for another middleweight sportbike from the venerable triple-tuning fork marque. The R7 was revealed shortly after the R6’s demise, but many felt it was lacking as a successor to the R6, mostly because it was never intended to be. The R7 was […]
Yamaha’s Most Exciting Models, Past and Present
For more than 70 years, Yamaha has been at the forefront of motorcycles. As one of the original “Big Four” Japanese motorcycle manufacturers (joining Suzuki, Honda, and Kawasaki), they’re known for bikes that are well-made and reliable. While that’s certainly something to look for when heading to your nearest Yamaha motorcycle dealer, we know that […]
Get Chromed Up With the 2024 Yamaha MT-09
Alright, chooms, Yamaha has just revealed the perfect bike to help you outrun Arasaka. The redesigned 2024 Yamaha MT-09 is the perfect set of preem wheels for the edgerunner who wants to leave the corpos in the dust and make sure their gig goes off without a hitch. So, lemme fill you in on all […]
Jumping Through Hoops in Japan: No Acrobatics, Just Motorcycle Riding
We have an insatiable need for speed that draws us to potent, two-wheeled powerhouses that promise plenty of thrills in the saddle. However, that need is not solely ours. It is not proprietary but unites people around the world. It is a primary focus and a central inspiration throughout the transportation industry, from American automakers […]
Unassumingly Potent and Playful: The Appeal of the Yamaha FZ-09
Playful, budget-friendly, and naked. Do I have your attention? It sounds risque, but it’s the best way to describe the Yamaha FZ-09, the predecessor to the Yamaha MT-09 and one of the top used Yamaha motorcycles for sale around the country. Some even argue it’s the best used naked bike you’ll ever ride, and there’s […]