# Yamaha Is Entertaining a New Small, Affordable Street Bike for America

> Here in the United States, riders generally favor literbikes and other large-bore motorcycles because of the power and presence. For many, there’s simply no replacement for displacement.

- **Source:** [Gearpatrol](https://www.gearpatrol.com/motorcycles/yamaha-yzf-r2-trademark-filing-small-sport-motorcycle/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a178ed1c62a944cecdff3cd)
- **Published:** 2026-05-28
- **Category:** Motorcycles
- **Tags:** #kawasaki #yamaha #affordable #america #bike #entertaining #small #street
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