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A Brief History of the Yamaha Dirt Motor Bike   by Campbell Hicks

There are many uses for dirt Motor Bikes, from competitive sports to pastimes and hobbies that can be enjoyed by anyone. When you buy a bike you want to make sure that you are buying the best one possible and one that suits your style. Yamaha is a company that has been in business since 1955 when Torakusu Yamaha started making motorcycles in a factory that was filled with machines and parts used to make propellers during World War II. The founder was actually a clock maker, and the factory started as a music factory under his watch, known as Nippon Gakki.

Yamaha dirt motor bike models are appreciated for their light two-stroke engines and their fast, reliable motors that keep people on the track and out of repair shops. Yamaha finally created a four-stroke bike in 1969 which was an English style bike, and it was so popular that it was produced into the 1980s. In the late 1980s, Yamaha dominated the market with their FZR1000, which showed a bigger engine, new chassis and front fork system. Since the 80s, Yamaha has made many innovations and creations that have made a big impact on the motor bike industry, winning them a spot amongst the leading manufacturers in the industry.

The dirt motorbike is part of a popular sport and is a popular hobby amongst enthusiasts as well. The Yamaha company has been a leader in the motorbike industry for many years, and will likely continue to be so long as they can continue to produce the best bikes that people love to ride. The founder of Yamaha passed away in 2002, but lived to see the 45th anniversary of his company along with the 20 millionth bike roll of the assembly line and many other milestones that the company had.

Yamaha dirt motor bike models are as varied as the people who ride them, and there is something for everyone. With so many models, styles, and various levels of professionalism put into the bikes, everyone can find what they want. From amateur fun dirt bikes to professional series racing and stunt dirt bikes, Yamaha makes plenty of different models for people to choose from. So when it comes to choosing the right dirt motorbike, for you, it's a just a matter of finding one that suits your needs.

About the Author

Opening its doors in May 2004, Waikato Yamaha is New Zealand's number one Yamaha motor bike dealer and is also the first Yamaha Platinum Dealer in New Zealand. http://www.waikatoyamaha.co.nz/