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Yamaha’s 2021 MotoGP world champion Fabio Quartararo has said the Japanese manufacturer is right to developing a V4 engine, following the first European test of the V4 at Valencia last week.

No rider has won more times at this weekend’s venue for the Spanish Grand Prix than Valentino Rossi. The Italian legend claimed victory at Jerez on seven occasions, setting a benchmark that remains unmatched. Right behind him is Mick Doohan with four grand prix wins – a tally Marc Marquez…

Last week, Yamaha took to Spain to test its secretive V4 MotoGP motor and, finally, we've heard what Team Blue's new engine sounds like. My takeaway? It ain't that glorious crossplane. But time and tide wait for no man, and Yamaha had to respond to everyone else. 

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As a rider who owned a Yamaha MT-10 and rode it until the wheels nearly fell off, I can vouch for its status as the ultimate hyper-naked bike in its price bracket. That 998cc Crossplane CP4 engine, pumping out 158 horsepower with a spine-tingling roar, is pure adrenaline. The MT-10’s…

As a person who's ridden and enjoyed both gas and electric motorcycles, the way I see it, there are clearly good and bad points about pure EV motorcycles. One thing I can tell you for certain is that instant torque is fun as heck, and can quickly become addicting if…

When we think of motorcycles in the US, the image that often comes to mind is one of freedom, rebellion, and weekend rides along scenic highways. But head over to Southeast Asia, and you’ll see a completely different picture—one where motorcycles aren’t just for fun, they’re the backbone of daily…

We're entering a new world order...in MotoGP. Yes, gone are the days when everyone and their mother used high-displacement, high-revving, inline motors. Rather, Ducati—of all companies—showed the way forward with its V4 motors. And now everyone's following suit as they race (pun intended) to catch the team from Borgo Panigale…

What kind of racing fan are you? I ask that in all earnestness because there are a few different kinds. If you're like me and you've been a racing fan for a long time, you're probably nodding your head in agreement.

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Yamaha plans to test the V4 engine it has been developing for its M1 MotoGP machine at a private test in Valencia on Tuesday and Wednesday this week, Autosport has learned.