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YAMAHA TY-E
Yamaha debuted its prototype TY-E electric Trials model at the
recent Trial-E Cup World Championships in France and Belgium;
where Kenichi Kuroyama piloted the bike to a second place over-
all finish in the final championship standings. Kuroyama, who is
a world-class trials competitor, had a big hand in the develop-
ment of the bike, which is still a prototype and not yet ready for
public consumption. One of the things that sets the TY-E apart
from other electric offerings is its mechanical clutch, which is
coupled with an AC synchronous electric motor powered by a
lithium-ion battery.
The electric motor utilizes sophisticated control technology that
offers excellent response and power, while the mechanical clutch
ensures immediate power.
THE GOODS
Length: 2003mm
Width: 830mm
Height: 1130
Wheelbase:
1310mm
Ground Clearance :
350mm
Weight: 70kg
Engine:
AC Synchronous Electric
Battery: Lithium Ion
Clutch:
Hydraulic, Wet, Multi-plate
Frame:
CFRP Monocoque
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