‘japan’s most beautiful superbike’

Seven decades ago, Yamaha Motor were born. Here’s how it all came about, how they’ve grown and all the highlights since...

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Maybe not the colour we’d pick, but handsome ...

Supercharged missile that boasted 300bhp and put the Ninja back on the map

Sports-tourers are alive, well and fitter than ever

And now, your main event. The top three places in our 2025 Bike of the Year countdown, settled over a 250-mile jaunt through the stunning Peak District