Yamaha FJ-09 press release.

1. Yamaha Motor Releases the new sporty multipurpose model
MT-09 TRACER for the European market, Realizing the company's
Platform Strategy further with a variation of the MT-09
November 4, 2014
IWATA, November 4, 2014 – Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (Tokyo:7272) announced today that
the new MT­09
TRACER – a variant based on the popular MT­09
sports model powered by
an 850cc in­line
three­cylinder
engine – will be released in the European market in early
March 2015.
The new MT­09
TRACER is based on the current MT­09
model that is popular for its ability to
respond as the rider intends and powered by an in­line
three­cylinder
Crossplane Concept
engine. The MT­09
TRACER was developed under the concept of a “Sporty Multi­use
Bike”
and is intended to provide sporty yet comfortable riding in a variety of situations, including
urban riding and touring.
Main features include 1) a Traction Control System (TCS) that provides comfort even when
traveling longer distances, 2) fairing and handle­cover
based on the layered design concept
that emphasize the motorcycle's ability to cover the distance with luggage in comfort, 3) an
adjustable handlebar, seat, and windshield to suit rider preferences, 4) a multi­functional
instrument panel that offers good visibility, and 5) full LED headlights.
As part of its medium­term
management plan (in effect since 2013), Yamaha Motor has been
active in expanding variations based on a basic platform. The company will continue to carry
out platform­based
model developments in the future in a bid to offer products that provide
diversity, uniqueness, and novelty.
MT­09
TRACER (2015 European Model)
Model MT­09
TRACER (Matte Grey, Red, Matte Silver)
Launch Date Early March 2015
RRP 9,499 EUR (Suggested retail price in Europe)
Target Sales 5,500 units (first full year from time of release, in the euro
area)