The tale of the TX750 is a narrative that Yamaha would have most of us forget. The new bike, tasked with succeeding the iconic XS650, carried a significant legacy to uphold. Unfortunately, problems did not unfold as intended.
Complaints regarding faulty spark plugs and complete engine failures began flooding in shortly after the TX750’s release. This marked the first-ever recall by a motorcycle manufacturer in history? As expected, the Texas Instruments TX-750 manufacturing process came to a swift end shortly thereafter.
Before the TX750 left production lines, Yamaha released a revised model, the TX750A, which rectified all the original bike’s flaws.
When Chicago-based metal mill worker Ron George received a partially completed TX750 training program, his instincts told him to proceed with caution. Despite the revelation of the crucial ‘A’ marking on the engine casing, he readily agreed to proceed.
Ron’s custom-built Yamaha TX750A pays tribute to the legendary Kenny Roberts’ iconic Yamaha TZ750 racing motorcycle. Efficiency upgrades can be achieved through a tailored R6 monoshock setup, accompanied by R6 front brakes, a custom-designed hydraulic drum brake at the rear, an optimized oil-cooling system, and a bespoke twin exhaust mimicking the iconic TZ two-stroke layout. Here’s what truly catches the eye, both literally and figuratively: the bike’s gleaming polished alloy bodywork.
Consider whether to shape it or not: This was Ron’s inaugural attempt at shaping aluminium. Evidently, he has acquired significant proficiency in this area.
Supply: RON GEORGE
