Motorcycle specifications Yamaha XV 950 Yard Built - GS Mashin ULTRA - 2016 Hammer, hacksaw!!!

The Yard Built platform is the subject of a new collaboration with an exceptional customization of the Yamaha XV 950. The young and talented Swiss builder GS Mashin has embarked on the adventure to create a highly original interpretation of this Sports Heritage motorcycle. The result: a total transformation under the name of Yard Built XV950 "Ultra" that brings a new vision and look to the Yard Built range.

with its radically different look from the basic XV 950 motorcycle, this machine is a true customization that respects the principles of Yard Built, i.e. without cutting or welding the frame during the concept phase. Tom Mosimann was inspired by Gothic architecture to create a lowered sports machine with large, narrow wheels and clip-on elements in a range of bright colors.

"I really like Tom's customization of the XV," said Shun Miyazawa, Product Director at Yamaha Motor Europe."I'm delighted that his truly radical-looking bike respects one of our key principles, namely that any customized machine should retain its most important function: that of a vehicle. He has preserved the soul of the XV 950 and given it a totally original look without cutting or welding the frame. Equally impressive, he used just a few tools to complete 95% of the work: an angle grinder, a bag of sand and a hammer!"

the fairing of the Yard Built XV 950 "ULTRA" is handcrafted from 1.5 mm sheet steel, with fasteners cut from stainless steel tubing. A small Bates headlamp and two Highsider indicators are integrated into the fairing. The custom fuel tank is also handcrafted from 1.5 mm sheet steel. Its top edge was produced using a deburring press. The lower part was cut from the fuel tank of the original XV 950. One of the most exceptional elements of this creation is undoubtedly K-Tech's prototype rear suspension, inspired by their Bullit headlight suspension.

The hand-crafted steel rear wraps a Shin Yo rear light. The leather saddle was also handcrafted by Jose Rey Saddlery. The splendid aluminum upper fork crown was machined by Asic Robotics and boasts a sleek style with no holes for the risers. The wheels are a real work of art: the original hubs were reused and 18" rear and 21" front rims were added, along with new spokes and ABS!

the end result is in line with the totally original designs of the Yard Built range, placing GS Mashin at the top of the podium in terms of customization.

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