Yamaha Kills Inline4 for V4
This strategic shift aims to address power deficits and improve acceleration, following the dominance of V4-powered bikes like Ducati and KTM. Going to be an exciting year for MotoGP.
Yamaha’s Big Move
Yamaha is officially retiring its iconic inline-four engine configuration for its YZR-M1 MotoGP race bike, transitioning to a V4 engine for the 2026 season. This strategic shift aims to address power deficits and improve acceleration, following the dominance of V4-powered bikes like Ducati and KTM.
After decades of racing success with th…