5 Underappreciated Classic Motorcycles From The Early Days Of Yamaha
5 Underappreciated Classic Motorcycles From The Early Days Of Yamaha Today, Yamaha is one of the most popular motorcycle brands, producing everything from top-gear sport bikes to efficient cruisers. But long before it became a global powerhouse, Yamaha’s story began in a completely different sector — musical instruments. That changed in the 1950s when Genichi Kawakami, the company’s president, saw a promising opportunity in motorcycles. Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. was founded in 1955, following the release of its first motorcycle, the YA-1, which became one ofYamaha’s most successful motorcycles....