Copyright 2001, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc.

Photos by Shigeo Kibiki

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Three views of Yamaha’s new V-Max engine, called “Otodama,” which, we’re told, means “Sound of Soul.”

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Suzuki’s Hayabusa-based B-King concept streetbike, with what may the fattest rear tire ever seen on the road.

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Honda’s XAXIS concept bike, previously shown in the U.S. as the NAS (New American Sports).

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