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A Track Record of Creating Value - Annual Report 2017

A look at our history of creating value

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Continuing to pursue challenges
as a Kando Creating Company

Over the more than 60 years since its establishment, Yamaha Motor has constantly pursued the creation of new value in a variety of fields including mobility. Going forward, we will address changing times as opportunities for growth, while aiming to be a unique company that continues to achieve dynamic milestones.

1955

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Took up the challenge of the motorcycle business
YA-1, Yamaha’s first motorcycle

1959

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Developed the marine market with boats made of new, strong and lightweight materials
CAT-21

1960

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Delivered lightweight outboard motor with good engine starts for efficient fishing and enjoyable marine leisure
P-7 outboard motor

1967

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Offered new excitement with a sports car that incorporated the latest, most advanced technologies
Toyota 2000GT

1968

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Delivered greater accessibility on snow
SL350 snowmobile

1975

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Created new demand by expanding our product lineup
YG-292 golf car

1977

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Established “soft bikes” that allow women to ride with peace of mind
Passol

1978

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Developed snow thrower specifically for Japanese snow
YT665, Yamaha’s six-hp snow thrower

1987

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Entered new field of surface mounters for printed circuit boards
YM4600S surface mounter

1987

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Contributed to labor-saving and increased efficiency in agricultural operations
R-50 (L09) industrial-use unmanned helicopter

1993

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Released commuter vehicle that is comfortable and environmentally friendly
Yamaha PAS electrically power-assisted bicycle

1995

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Offered wheelchair electric power unit with light weight and long range for easier mobility
JW-I wheelchair electric power unit

2002

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Introduced an environmentally friendly urban commuter scooter
Passol electric commuter

2010

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Made lives more secure with safe water
Yamaha Clean Water Supply System, a small-scale water purification system

2014

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Achieved a new riding style with the stability of twin front wheels
Tricity LMW*
*Leaning Multi-Wheel: Yamaha’s designation for vehicles with three or more wheels that lean like a motorcycle when making turns.

2017

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The cell picking & imaging system
CELL HANDLERTM

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