January 26, 2015

Purity of Purpose: 1981 Yamaha TZ250H

YamahaBy Tad Diemer January 26, 2015 3 Comments

The 1981 Yamaha TZ250 more than just an evolution of their 250 GP machine, it was a complete reworking that shared almost no parts with the older bike. It included an entirely new engine designed around features from the proven TZ500 that were intended to increase both power and reliability. Keep in mind: the TZ250…

Two Stroke Sheene-ness: RG500 Barry Sheene replica in the UK

SuzukiBy Marty January 26, 2015 2 Comments

Motorcycle racing is often defined by the rivalries among riders. Recent rivalries include Rossi vs Biaggi, Schwantz vs Rainey, Fogarty vs Russell. Back in the days of 500cc two strokes, one of the major rivalries was Barry “Bazza” Sheene vs “King” Kenny Roberts. Roberts famously said the only reason he got out of bed in…