I had two "parts bikes" of these-one basket case that was killed by MTBE additives-fuel dissolved the rubber fuel lines, got chunks into the float valves, which caused gas to flood all the way from the "surge chamber" down to the turbo and back up. Trying to get the intake and exhaust off the bolts broke. Lost the use of a garage so sold them to put a down payment on a FJR. Maybe someday I'll get a turbo for nostalgia reasons
I sure the hell wouldn't do that on a wet track though.....
lisadaveg 2 weeks ago
Me and a friend both had one about 1985 or so. Loved it. I now have a 1983 in my garage---waiting for the funds to restore it.....
lisadaveg 2 weeks ago
Whats with the random blonde?
evalongoriaismegahot 3 weeks ago
@8cuttlefish8
Uh, yea there is. When they fly by you can CLEARLY see the guy's legs, feet and arms behind the fairings. I think you may need your eyes checked.
unknwn55 6 months ago
I had one of these. So much fun. LOTS of tickets!
jaquestraw1 7 months ago
If anyone in the UK wants one of these bikes - I have one. It is currently not running, but is complete and original.
adsknick 1 year ago
I had two "parts bikes" of these-one basket case that was killed by MTBE additives-fuel dissolved the rubber fuel lines, got chunks into the float valves, which caused gas to flood all the way from the "surge chamber" down to the turbo and back up. Trying to get the intake and exhaust off the bolts broke. Lost the use of a garage so sold them to put a down payment on a FJR. Maybe someday I'll get a turbo for nostalgia reasons
phugedaboudet 1 year ago
Had one from new - Nice tourer but no sports bike.
oocares 2 years ago
...exactly how quick is the Yamaha Turbo...ask the guy in Porsche...LOL ; )
chrimay 2 years ago
Just beautiful days, almost a tear run out of my eyes.
chrimay 2 years ago