With these two commemorative models of the Yamaha R1 and XSR900 GP, Crescent Not only does it pay tribute to its history, but also confirms its commitment to the passion for motorcycles, design and Racing culture. A legacy that began in a small workshop almost a century ago, and that today is projected to the future on two wheels and touching the top.
Far from being a nostalgic look to the past, the celebration of the 75th anniversary of Crescent Motorcycles It has served to reinforce its role as one of the key actors of British and European motorcycling.
Founded in 1950 under the name of Crescent Cycle and Motorcycle Company, Crescent It has been much more than a concessionaire. Since its inception as a distributor Suzuki to become the visible arm of the official team Yamaha In the Superbike World Cup, Crescent He has forged a history of success, competition and business growth with venues also in Bournemouth and Southampton (UK).
Under the direction of Paul Denningthe team has evolved since its British Superbike debut in 1996 with Suzukigoing through its entry into MotoGP In 2005, until he reached his current role as a strategic partner of Yamaha in the Superbike World Cup since 2015/16. In addition, this collaboration is not only firm, but has been key in Yamaha’s competitive rebirth in the Queen of the SBK category.
As we told you at the beginning, the evening, which took place on June 20, brought together a luxury cast: legends like John Reynolds, James Toosaland, Alex Lowes or the current team pilot, Jonathan Reasix times world champion, gathered with former team members, faithful clients and managers of Yamaha.
Among them, he highlighted the presence of the president of Yamaha Motor Europe, Olivier Prevostwho delivered to Paul Denning a commemorative trophy and an exclusive ARAI decorated with reasons for the history of Crescent. In addition, he said: “We returned to the Superbike World Cup in 2016 with Crescent, and we couldn’t have chosen a better partner”
«It is easy to forget how far we have come until a time comes like this«, Recognized an excited Denning. “See how so many people with whom we have shared moments over the years are here today is incredible ”.
The most anticipated moment came when the covers of two special editions prepared by Crescent To celebrate the anniversary: a Yamaha R1 and one XSR900 GPboth with an aesthetic deeply inspired by the Yamaha RD350 Of the 80s, the legendary two times that marked a whole generation of pilots.
Yamaha R1 Crescent 75th Anniversary
The reference superbike Yamaha He has received a retro reinterpretation that fuses the best of the past and the present. On the technical basis of a R1 of the latest generation (four -cylinder in line on CrossPlane of 998 CC, Chassis Deltabox, competition electronics and Öhlins suspensions), the decoration emulates the graphics and black and black blue colors of the RD of the 80s, with the iconic “Speed Block” design reinterpreted with high quality finishes.
But, the details go beyond the aesthetic. In fact, it now incorporates special components such as escape Akrapovovičmechanized pieces and a numbered plate that certifies its exclusivity as a commemorative edition.
Yamaha XSR900 GP Crescent 75th Anniversary
On the other hand, the XSR900 GP (That already in its standard version of the design of the Grand Prize motorcycles of the 80s and 90s) it has served as perfect canvas for a customization that further enhances its Neoretro character. With the same chromatic scheme as its older sister and artisanal finishes, this preparation manages to transfer the classical aesthetics of the careers of the 21st century.
In addition to its design, the XSR900GP It stands out for its 890 cc CP3 three -cylinder engine, adjustable KYB suspensions, an electronics with six -axis IMU and 5 -inch TFT screen. In this special edition elements such as sports escape have been added, exclusive upholstered in the seat and small graphic winks to the legacy of Crescent In competition.
