William Yokley Takes GNCC Mountaineer

Teammate Kiger takes third

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – June 18, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – After placing off the podium at The John Penton, William Yokley was back on top in his Polaris / Coastal / CST / National Guard / Yoshimura / Yokley Racing RZR XP 900 taking the win at The Mountaineer, in Masontown, West Virginia. Yokley’s teammate, Scott Kiger, steered his RZR XP 900 to a third place finish. RZRs finished in the top three spots in the XC1 Modified class.

Yokley and Kiger both started well and tackled the rocky terrain by choosing good lines. Their fast, consistent laps gave them both podium finishes and gave Yokley the lead in the series going into the summer break, with Kiger sitting in striking distance in third.

The next GNCC UTV Race is Powerline Park, in St. Clairsville, Ohio, on October 20.

Yokley Racing is sponsored by Polaris Industries, Coastal Racing, CST, Army National Guard, Yoshimura, Holz Racing Products, OMF, Walker Evans, Fluidyne, Beard Seats, Tireballs, SustainU and Big Country Powersports.

About Polaris

Polaris is a recognized leader in the powersports industry with annual 2012 sales of $3.2 billion.  Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets innovative, high quality off-road vehicles, including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER® and RZR® side-by-side vehicles, snowmobiles, motorcycles and on-road electric/hybrid powered vehicles.

Polaris is among the global sales leaders for both snowmobiles and off-road vehicles and has established a presence in the heavyweight cruiser and touring motorcycle market with the Victory and Indian motorcycle brands.  Additionally, Polaris continues to invest in the global on-road small electric/hybrid powered vehicle industry with Global Electric Motorcars (GEM), Goupil Industrie SA, and internally developed vehicles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Polaris and KLIM branded apparel and Polaris accessories and parts.

Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PII”, and the Company is included in the S&P Mid-Cap 400 stock price index.

Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime at www.polaris.com

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Yoshimura Suzuki Factory Racing – “On Every Sunday”

June 8, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – The life of a factory motocross mechanic is not an easy one. Factory motocross bikes are worth well over a hundred thousand dollars and require the upmost in care and maintenance. Follow Lee McCollum and Rene Zapata as they tear down and rebuild James Stewart’s Factory Yoshimura Suzuki RM-Z450.

 

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Yoshimura R&D Rider Eli Tomac Wins Big at his Home Racetrack

AMA MOTOCROSS. LAKEWOOD, CO

CHINO, CA – May 28, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – The second round of the 2013 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship season made its way through the Rockies, to the fabulous Thunder Valley facility.

Zach Osborne

Eli Tomac

The Yoshimura R&D backed GEICO squad went to Colorado looking for victory, and they delivered. Hometown golden boy, Eli Tomac, was all business on Saturday with Colorado fans cheering him on. 250MX Moto 1 saw a tough battle between he and the formidable Ken Roczen. Tomac had a last lap altercation, preventing him from taking the win. When the gate dropped on 250MX Moto 2, Eli got his second chance. With a clear opening in the lead and Roczen behind him, he was able to open up a commanding lead and a big win, much to the delight of Colorado fans. The final results declared Tomac as the overall winner. Teammate Zach Osborne nabbed the holeshot in Moto 1, and beat Roczen in Moto 2 to finish directly behind Tomac for second. GEICO rider Justin Bogle battled from the back in Moto 1, passing 7 riders for 13th. He finished a more fortunate 7th in Moto 2.

Trey Carnard

Justin Barcia

Consistent and fast; two words to describe Yoshimura backed Muscle Milk Honda riders Justin Barcia and Trey Canard. Nothing could stop these guys as they churned out top 5 results in both 450MX motos. Barcia showed his Yoshimura horsepower and came out swinging with back to back holeshots. He led the pack for nearly half of Moto 1. Bam Bam took to the podium with 3rd overall. Teammate Trey Canard finished the day with 4th.

Yoshimura Suzuki’s James Stewart showed serious determination. He suffered from a lackluster start in the first moto, only to get tangled up with a rider whom fell in front of him. He went to work, and made it up to 15th before the checkers. James’ second race went considerably better, as he was able to get out of the gate in the top 10, picking off 7 riders to finish the moto in 3rd. James was 7th overall in the 450MX class for the day.

Broc Tickle

James Stewart

Yoshimura backed RCH Suzuki’s Brock Tickle grabbed a 15th overall, and currently sits 14th in the 450MX Championship points.

Yoshimura riders will head to the Muddy Creek Raceway in Tennessee on Saturday, June 1 for the 3rd round of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship.

450MX Results:

3. Justin Barcia, Ochlocknee, GA – Honda Muscle Milk, Titanium Carbon RS9 Dual Full System

4. Trey Canard, Shawnee, OK – Honda Muscle Milk, Titanium Carbon RS9 Dual Full System

7. James Stewart, Haines City, FL – Yoshimura Suzuki, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

15. Brock Tickle, Holly, MI – RCH Racing Suzuki, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

250MX Results:

1. Eli Tomac, Cortez, CO – GEICO Honda, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

3. Zach Osborne, Richlands, VA – GEICO Honda, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

10. Justin Bogle, Cushing, OK – GEICO Honda, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

About Yoshimura R&D of America

Yoshimura is “The Leader in Performance” and has been for more than 55 years. With unmatched skills, knowledge, and passion for racing, Yoshimura is on the forefront of the aftermarket exhaust industry. Yoshimura pipes are race bred and feature the same legendary performance, fit and quality that has been their trademark for more than five decades. To learn more about Yoshimura and view their wide variety of performance products, visit www.yoshimura-rd.com

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2013 Yoshimura Suzuki Factory Racing – MX Season Preview

CHINO, CA – May 14, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Check out Yoshimura Suzuki Factory Racing’s James Stewart in action as he prepares for the upcoming AMA Pro Motocross series.

About Yoshimura R&D of America

Yoshimura is “The Leader in Performance” and has been for more than 55 years. With unmatched skills, knowledge, and passion for racing, Yoshimura is on the forefront of the aftermarket exhaust industry. Yoshimura pipes are race bred and feature the same legendary performance, fit and quality that has been their trademark for more than five decades. To learn more about Yoshimura and view their wide variety of performance products, visit www.yoshimura-rd.com

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Yoshimura Rider Wil Hahn Scores Career First 250SX Championship

LAS VEGAS, NV – May 7, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Yoshimura backed GEICO Honda’s Wil Hahn took home the 250SX East championship at the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross Series finale in Las Vegas. Hahn showed speed and consitency throughout the 2013. He showed true courage and the heart of a champion, lining up to race with a freshly broken hand, which he suffered earlier in the day during practice. He raced hard through the main, landing on the podium for 3rd, securing the 250SX East Title.

Wil Hahn 250SX East Champ

Eli Tomac, from the West Coast GEICO squad, showed prolific speed in his main event, reeling in 1st place, and making the pass on Roczen near the halfway mark of the race. With the exception of a holeshot bobble, Tomac rode as solid as he had all year. In true Tomac style, he put his head down and went to work, blasting from 7th place to the front of the pack, where he would stand atop the podium in 1st. Just 3 points shy from becoming the 250SX West Champion. Teammate Zach Osborne ripped the holeshot in the East main, but pulled off early after an uninvited mishap cut his night short.

Eli Tomac

Wil Hahn

In the 450′s, Yoshimura powered Muscle Milk Honda’s Justin Barcia took home a 5th in the Main, and a 4th in the 2013 Championship points standings. Teammate Trey Canard suffered a misfortune in the main, but was able to maintain a 6th overall in the championship. Trey has displayed remarkable determination this season, coming back from a devastating injury in 2012. He is far and away a fan favorite, known for his can-do attitude, and ability to overcome the odds.

Broc Tickle

Justin Barcia

Yoshimura backed team RCH Suzuki’s Broc Tickle ran consistent 450 Main Event, finishing 10th for the evening, as well as clinching 9th in the championship points. Teammate Josh Hill was able to finish the race mid-pack and earned an impressive 15th in the championship points.

Trey Canard

Josh Hill

450SX Results:

5. Justin Barcia, Ochlocknee, GA – Honda Muscle Milk, Titanium Carbon RS9 Dual Full System

10. Brock Tickle, Holly, MI – RCH Racing Suzuki, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

14. Josh Hill, Portland, OR – RCH Racing Suzuki, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

20. Trey Canard, Shawnee, OK – Honda Muscle Milk, Titanium Carbon RS9 Dual Full System

East 250SX Results:

3. Wil Hahn, Decatur, TX – GEICO Honda, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

West 250SX Results:

1. Eli Tomac, Cortez, CO – GEICO Honda, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

20. Zach Osborne, Richlands, VA – GEICO Honda, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

About Yoshimura R&D of America

Yoshimura is “The Leader in Performance” and has been for more than 55 years. With unmatched skills, knowledge, and passion for racing, Yoshimura is on the forefront of the aftermarket exhaust industry. Yoshimura pipes are race bred and feature the same legendary performance, fit and quality that has been their trademark for more than five decades. To learn more about Yoshimura and view their wide variety of performance products, visit www.yoshimura-rd.com

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Yoshimura Riders Canard & Barcia Score Top 5 Finishes at Salt Lake

SALT LAKE CITY, UT – April 30, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Yoshimura Backed Muscle Milk Honda rider, Trey Canard, grabbed a 5th place holeshot as the gate dropped on the 16th round of the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross. Canard maintained 5th, as the pack made its way around for lap 1, with teammate and Yoshimura backed rider Justin Barcia in tow. The duo stayed together throughout the race, making quick work of Justin Brayton in the opening laps, to finish out the race in the top 5. Canard took home 4th, and Bam Bam Justin Barcia rounded out with 5th place. That puts Barcia in 4th for the Championship standings, and Canard in 6th, as the Yoshimura backed Muscle Milk Honda team heads to the final round in Las Vegas.

Justin Barcia

Trey Canard

Yoshimura equipped RCH Suzuki ran a solid night. Josh Hill made it around the first lap in 9th, and was able to click off 2 positions to finish with a solid 7th. Josh Hill is currently sitting 15th in the Championship Standings. While the battle ensued up front, Brock Tickle was inching his way to the top 10. He finished the evening, just outside, in 11th. That made Tickle 10th in the Championship Standings, as RCH Suzuki heads to Las Vegas for the grand finale.

Broc Tickle

Josh Hill

The 250 class had its share of drama for the Salt Lake round, as the Supercross season draws to a close. Yoshimura backed GEICO Honda’s Eli Tomac left Rice-Eccles Stadium 2nd in the Championship points chase. GEICO Honda teammates Zach Osborne and Tomac came out swinging in the main event, as the duo grabbed the 1st and 2nd holeshot positions. A few bobbles from each of the riders, got them uncharacteristically moderate finishing results. Tomac finished 6th, and Osborne grabbed 12th. The Tomac/Osborne duo sits 2nd and 6th in the Championship Points, respectively.

Zach Osborne

Eli Tomac

The 2013 Monster Energy Supercross Championship season draws to a close, next weekend at Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

450SX Results:

4. Trey Canard, Shawnee, OK – Honda Muscle Milk, Titanium Carbon RS9 Dual Full System

5. Justin Barcia, Ochlocknee, GA – Honda Muscle Milk, Titanium Carbon RS9 Dual Full System

7. Josh Hill, Portland, OR – RCH Racing Suzuki, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

11. Brock Tickle, Holly, MI – RCH Racing Suzuki, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

East 250SX Results:

6. Eli Tomac, Cortez, CO – GEICO Honda, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

12. Zach Osborne, Richlands, VA – GEICO Honda, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

About Yoshimura R&D of America

Yoshimura is “The Leader in Performance” and has been for more than 55 years. With unmatched skills, knowledge, and passion for racing, Yoshimura is on the forefront of the aftermarket exhaust industry. Yoshimura pipes are race bred and feature the same legendary performance, fit and quality that has been their trademark for more than five decades. To learn more about Yoshimura and view their wide variety of performance products, visit www.yoshimura-rd.com

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Yoshimura Rider Justin Barcia Scores his 2nd Win of the Season

SEATTLE, WA – April 23 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – The 2013 Monster Energy Supercross made its way to the rainy Northwest for the 15th round of the series at CenturyLink Field. Riders were met with soggy conditions that tested their ability to maintain control over their motorcycle, despite the ever-changing track conditions.

Broc Tickle

Justin Barcia

Yoshimura equipped Muscle Milk Honda’s Justin Barcia rode a flawless 450 main event to take the checkered flag in first place. Barcia ripped the holeshot and avoided the first turn carnage that claimed several riders. He stretched out his lead and remained uncontested for the duration of the race as track conditions resembled those of his Upstate New York home. Seattle marks the second 450 Main win for the Yoshimura powered Muscle Milk Honda camp and Justin Barcia.

Trey Canard

Josh Hill

RCH Suzuki’s Josh Hill had an interesting night, as he found himself tangled in the first turn pileup. Hill rode his Yoshimura powered Suzuki from the very back of the pack to a hard-fought and commendable 12th. Teammate Broc Tickle made it comfortably into the top 10, with a 7th place finish.

Zach Osborne

Eli Tomac

In the 250 West SX class, Yoshimura backed GEICO Honda riders climbed to the podium, with Eli Tomac and Zach Osborne taking 2nd and 3rd respectively. Eli had an amazing night — leading much of the 250 West Main Event — before a spectacular over-the-bars get off put him on the ground. He gathered himself back up to finish the race in second. Teammate Zach Osborne was also on fire and nailed down his first podium of the year. The podium pair also set the top 2 fastest lap times in 250 A group qualifying practice.

450SX Results:

1. Justin Barcia, Ochlocknee, GA – Honda Muscle Milk, Titanium Carbon RS9 Dual Full System

7. Brock Tickle, Holly, MI – RCH Racing Suzuki, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

12. Josh Hill, Portland, OR – RCH Racing Suzuki, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

18. Trey Canard, Shawnee, OK – Honda Muscle Milk, Titanium Carbon RS9 Dual Full System

East 250SX Results:

2. Eli Tomac, Cortez,CO – GEICO Honda, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

3. Zach Osborne, Richlands,VA – GEICO Honda, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

About Yoshimura R&D of America

Yoshimura is “The Leader in Performance” and has been for more than 55 years. With unmatched skills, knowledge, and passion for racing, Yoshimura is on the forefront of the aftermarket exhaust industry. Yoshimura pipes are race bred and feature the same legendary performance, fit and quality that has been their trademark for more than five decades. To learn more about Yoshimura and view their wide variety of performance products, visit www.yoshimura-rd.com

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Yoshimura’s Hahn Stays on Top of the 250 Class Championship

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – April 16, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Despite the unseasonably cold weather in Minneapolis, things were hot inside the Metrodome. This year’s race, will be the last ever in the fabled stadium, as plans for demolition are underway.

Will Hahn

Yoshimura equipped GEICO Honda’s Wil Hahn lined up for the Minneapolis 250 Main Event on the far inside. When the gate dropped, he holeshot himself straight to the top 3. In the opening laps, Hahn nipped at the heels of Blake Wharton, as he looked for any opportunity to get by, and reel in the lead. The championship-leading Yoshimura GEICO Honda machine of Hahn slipped by Wharton, and began to zero-in on Marvin Musquin, who was out front. As the 250 Main drew to a close, it would be Hahn taking 2nd, getting on the Podium, and leaving town again as the Championship Points Leader.

Josh Hill

Brock Tickle

In the 450 Class, Yoshimura backed riders proved themselves with consistently improving results. Most notably, is RCH Suzuki rider Josh Hill, who has been climbing the charts all season, delivered a huge heat one win. Josh shot out of the gate in the 450 main, right on the heels of the holeshot artist Mike Alessi, for an impressive 2nd place start. He put in a solid ride, never leaving the top ten for a respectable 8th place finish. Hill’s Yoshimura backed RCH Suzuki teammate Broc Tickle, followed up with a lucky 13th.

Justin Barcia

Trey Canard

Over at the Honda camp, Yoshimura powered Justin Barcia and Trey Canard stealthily found themselves both well inside the top 10. While the battle ensued out front, the red riders Barcia and Canard, consistently clicked off the laps without incident, and finished 4th and 7th, respectably.

James Stewart

Yoshimura Suzuki’s James Stewart showed incredible speed all night. An unfortunate turn of events lead the worlds fastest rider to exit the main, after some bodily harm took him out of the running.

450SX Results:

4. Justin Barcia, Ochlocknee, GA – Honda Muscle Milk, Titanium Carbon RS9 Dual Full System

7. Trey Canard, Shawnee, OK – Honda Muscle Milk, Titanium Carbon RS9 Dual Full System

8. Josh Hill, Portland, OR – RCH Racing Suzuki, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

13. Brock Tickle, Holly, MI – RCH Racing Suzuki, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

18. James Stewart, Haines City, FL – Yoshimura Suzuki, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

 

East 250SX Results:

2. Wil Hahn, Decatur, TX – GEICO Honda, Titanium Carbon RS4 Full System

 

About Yoshimura R&D of America:

Yoshimura is “The Leader in Performance” and has been for more than 55 years. With unmatched skills, knowledge, and passion for racing, Yoshimura is on the forefront of the aftermarket exhaust industry. Yoshimura pipes are race bred and feature the same legendary performance, fit and quality that has been their trademark for more than five decades. To learn more about Yoshimura and view their wide variety of performance products, visit www.yoshimura-rd.com.

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Yoshimura’s Canard takes 3rd, and Hahn Extends His Points Lead After Podium in Houston

CHINO, CA – April 9, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Yoshimura backed GIECO Honda’s Wil Hahn keeps the red plate leaving Houston, after a 2nd Place finish. As the gate dropped on the 250 main event, and the first turn carnage claimed its victims, Hahn found himself directly behind the battle for the lead. As Wharton and Musquin battled it out, Wil Hahn closed in.

Wil Hahn

Hahn stayed within striking distance, and made the move when Musquin threw it away in a corner on a tuff block. Hahn showed amazing speed throughout the remainder of the race, knocking on Blake Wharton’s backdoor, as the battle for the lead ensued. But a close-call through the whoops, and a missed finish-line double, kept Hahn from ultimately overtaking Wharton. As the checkered flag went up, Hahn solidified his points lead, and will be flying the red plate once again, heading into Minneapolis.

Trey Carnard

In the 450 Class – Yoshimura’s Trey Canard returns to AMA Supercross, and rode exceptionally strong, dominating the technical Texas round, and the notoriously treacherous Houston whoop section. The comeback kid showed his fans that he has what it takes to run up-front, and that he is more determined than ever to remain a top contender among the world’s fastest riders.

Justin Barcia

Justin Barcia finished off the night with a drama-free main event. After he settled in behind James Stewart at the beginning of the race, riding very consitently, he inherited the 4th place position after James’ untimely washout.

Josh Hill

Josh Hill finished a 2013-best 8th place in Houston. This represents a continuing upward-trend as the season draws to a close. Hill has been getting consistently better; and aims build on his strong Houston results with another consistent finish in Minneapolis next weekend.

Brock Tickle

Brock Tickle takes 10th, to round out the top 10 for Yoshimura at Reliant Stadium.

James Stewart

James Stewart, with an engine replacement before the main, had his sights set on a win. He showed amazing speed all night; and laid down the fastest lap of the evening, in his heat qualifier. In an unfortunate main event lap 10, Stewart lost the front wheel going into a fast corner, a crash that would dash hopes of a top 3 finish for the evening.

Next week, Yoshimura will have riders lining up at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, MN for the 14th round of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series.

About Yoshimura R&D of America:

Yoshimura is “The Leader in Performance” and has been for more than 55 years. With unmatched skills, knowledge, and passion for racing, Yoshimura is on the forefront of the aftermarket exhaust industry. Yoshimura pipes are race bred and feature the same legendary performance, fit and quality that has been their trademark for more than five decades. To learn more about Yoshimura and view their wide variety of performance products, visit www.yoshimura-rd.com.

Yoshimura R-77 Exhaust for Honda & Suzuki Adventure Bikes

Now Available!!

CHINO, CA – March 28, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Yoshimura R&D of America has what the adventure crowd has been waiting for. The unique, powerful, and touted R-77 exhaust is now available for the Suzuki V-Strom 650, and the Honda NC700X. Two fun and versatile machines just got a whole lot more exciting. The signature trapezoidal shape of the R-77 canister finds its roots on the racetrack. The unique and beautiful appearance of the R-77 is more than just aesthetic; it produces real power. Also featuring a straight baffle with removable low-volume insert. The unique exhaust lends a “throaty” note, instead of merely just a “loud” sound.

Yoshimura has been improving and innovating power since 1954. It comes as no surprise that there would be such a great exhaust for these great machines. With our work alongside Factory Honda and Factory Suzuki, the R-77 System is right at home on the V-Strom 650 and NC700X.

2013 Suzuki V Strom 650 Product Site:  Yosh 2013 Suzuki V Strom 650 Slip-on 3/4 Exhaust

Superbike styling right from Yoshimura Suzuki Road Racing! The trapezoidal shape is all business, but as racing enhances the breed – the result-driven shape makes for a beautiful muffler. The R-77 delivers better performance overall, specifically due to the large volume of packing material applicable to  its shape. The R-77 is not loud, but throaty.

The R-77 features a straight baffle with removable low-volume insert. The muffler’s front-cap is MIG-welded, while the carbon fiber end-cap is riveted on, using high-end 304-L polished stainless steel rivets and bands.

• Stainless/Stainless Part Number: 1162040520 MSRP: $719
• Carbon/Stainless Part Number: 1162040220 MSRP: $839

3/4 System includes R-77 muffler, stainless steel tail-pipe/header, installation hardware, and detailed step-by-step instructions.

2013 Honda NC 700X Product Site:  Yosh 2013 Honda NC 700X Slip-on Exhaust

R-77′s trapezoidal shape is all business, but as racing enhances the breed – the function driven shape makes for a beautiful muffler. Due to its design, the R-77 delivers better performance overall because of the large volume of packing material available inside. Performance and style to tackle the road ahead.

• Stainless/Stainless Part Number: 1270020520  MSRP: $479
• Carbon/Stainless Part Number: 1270020220  MSRP: $599

This Slip-On includes R-77 muffler, stainless steel tail-pipe, installation hardware, and detailed instructions.

About Yoshimura R&D of America:

Yoshimura is “The Leader in Performance” and has been for more than 55 years. With unmatched skills, knowledge, and passion for racing, Yoshimura is on the forefront of the aftermarket exhaust industry. Yoshimura pipes are race bred and feature the same legendary performance, fit and quality that has been their trademark for more than five decades. To learn more about Yoshimura and view their wide variety of performance products, visit www.yoshimura-rd.com.

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