Here is James Toseland's 2010 World Superbike ride.
Yamaha's racing bikes have become absolutely incredible. "Dolce!"
New racing developments to the 2010 bike based upon the production crossplane crankshaft R1 include:
• Increased engine power – Maximum engine power increased by 8hp, considerable power benefits over the full rev range.
• Weight reduction – Overall bike weight reduced by 3kg without losing the electric starter.
• Different radiator shape – For increased cooling capacity and also to reduce drag.
• Different fuel tank – Now made entirely from carbon fibre with greater capability and lighter.
• Re-designed bottom fairing – Narrower design for less drag, design allows for easier heat dispersal
• New exhaust system – For increased power in the middle of the rev range.
