Yamaha Racing steps back in time

Break out the fork gators and boot savers as Yamaha Racing unveils a special one-off race livery at round five of the 2013 Australian Motocross Championship in Conondale (Qld) on Sunday, June 2.

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Yamaha Motor Australia, all three factory- supported race teams – CDR Yamaha, Serco Yamaha and GYTR Yamaha -- will throw back to 1983 and break out the white, red and black look that signified the company’s motocross models at the time -- with the historical Conondale circuit providing the perfect backdrop.

“Yamaha distribution in Australia all came under the YMA umbrella from 1983 and our motocross teams will take part in the celebration with a commemorative look at round five of the MX Nationals at Conondale,” states Yamaha’s Ray Howard.

“Since 1983, Yamaha Australia has been deeply involved in the domestic motocross scene and produced plenty of champions and memories along the way. From motocross legends Stephen Gall and Craig Dack, who are both still heavily involved with Yamaha, to more recent champions in Jay Marmont and Josh Coppins, Yamaha Australia has a proud racing heritage,” said Yamaha motorsport boss Ray Howard.

Thirty years ago, CDR Yamaha owner Craig Dack was an up and coming racer competing on YZ125 and YZ250 two-stroke bikes, and recalls the time fondly.

“1983 was a great time in Australian racing and even as we built the bikes for this occasion it bought back some special memories,” said Dack.  “We have really captured the look of the bikes and it’s a great way to celebrate Yamaha Australia’s 30th year. Even the current riders got a kick out of the look of the bikes and are excited to be a part of the occasion."