Yamaha XJR1300 Yard Built: Project X by Deus Ex Machina
After the Danes at Wrenchmonkees, Yamaha turned to the Australian tuner Deus Ex Machina as part of its marketable preparations in the form of kits, "Yard Built". This time again, it is the XJR1300 which was used as a model for this Project X concocted by the Italian branch of the customizer (read our presentation …
After the Danes at Wrenchmonkees, Yamaha turned to the Australian tuner Deus Ex Machina as part of its marketable preparations in the form of kits, "Yard Built". This time again, it is the XJR1300 which served as a model for this Project X concocted by the Italian branch of the customizer (read our).
"When we started removing her bodywork and accessories, we noticed that she (the XJR1300, editor’s note) had an aggressive form, like a bulldog with broad shoulders," reports Alessandro Rossi of Deus Ex Machina Italy.
"So we decided to accentuate this impression by grafting it with a wider handlebar and by hand shaping an aluminum body. Once we were completely satisfied with its new design, we used a very special paint on the metal: we called it "Dark transparent", because it is neither black nor brown, but both ", adds the preparer.
The bike was then improved in terms of the chassis via the use of more efficient Ohlins shock absorbers than on the original model (read in particular our). Radial brake calipers and magnesium wheels shod with sporty Pirelli tires were retained for the same purpose, while the speedometer was removed to accentuate the stripped down and "racing" side..
A titanium LeoVince conical escapement and a saddle in a mixture of leather and suede complete this preparation which will be presented in its marketable form – via kits sold by Deus – at the motorcycle show in Milan (Italy). On this occasion, Yamaha will also unveil the .
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