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Sometimes the M1 puts lots of flame out and sometimes none. Usually it’s the case that the faster the rider is going, even in the slow turns where he’s backed off the throttle, we don’t see any flame, or perhaps just a quick puff. Other times, when the rider is taking it easier, we sometimes see a long flicker of orange flame, such as this one.

Some design of the Yamaha means it shows flames more frequently than other bikes, even the satellite Tech 3 Yamahas. I don’t think I’ve ever seen fire out of the Hondas.

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Gear used: Nikon D4 and Nikon 500mm f/4.0.