At the start of the 2000 World Grand Prix Motorcycle Road Racing GP250cc class finals in Australia, two devices shot prior to the pack and gradually widened the lead. Two riders from exact same group would fight it out all the way toward complete line. Rider Shinya Nakano held the lead right away but found driver Olivier Jacque close behind him. As they rounded the final corner, Jacque entered the slipstream and two bikes headed for the complete throat and neck. Jacque crossed the conclusion line at 0.014 moments, barely half a bike length, ahead of Nakano to be WGP champ. At the season finish the two riders from Tech 3 group rated first and 2nd correspondingly. The next season, the Tech 3 group would enter the 500cc course. The Tech 3 cyclists for the 2001 WGP would again be Jacque and Nakano. The equipment used would be an evolution regarding the Yamaha YZR500, which won the Manufacturers&39; Championship in the earlier 12 months. Using a trusted 2-stroke water-cooled V4 engine, managing had been upgraded and a lightweight, high-durability aluminum framework ended up being employed. Cornering ability ended up being enhanced by the addition of high-traction tires and aerodynamic front cowling. Nakano stayed in contention for the top with consistent racing, using 3rd place on Germany GP and standing fifth in overall points at mid-season. As a result of an accident sustained during pre-season, Jacque had a rough time stepping into the groove, but recovered on 9th race in which he completed 6th. Once more, the Tech 3 group proved ready for on-the-edge race action using its two YZR500&39;s.
