The Yamaha Thunderace started out as Yamaha’s last throw of the old school superbike dice, and resulted in the final incarnation of the FZR1000 EXUP. But ironically the Thunderace has proved to be a ...

Years of neglect have taken a toll on my Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace—but just how bad is it? From mechanical issues to cosmetic damage, I go over everything that needs fixing. Is it worth restoring?

Yamaha's legacy of winning motorcycles has earned it a reputation for performance. Here are some of the top speed demons ever ...