Eli Tomac Explains Why He Signed with Yamaha | Racer X Rapid News

Monster Energy/Star Yamaha Racing announced today that multi-time motocross and supercross champion Eli Tomac has signed a deal with them for 2022. The Colorado native departs Kawasaki after six years and joins Yamaha on the heels of the brand’s first title in the 450 Class since 2009, when James Stewart won the Monster Energy Supercross Title, and first Lucas Oil Pro Motocross 450 motocross title since Grant Langston won in 2007. Jason Weigandt spoke with Eli Tomac this morning about the switch, what happened at Kawasaki, and why Yamaha was the right decision for him moving forward. Footage courtesy of NBC Sports and Feld Motor Sports. Narrated by Jason Weigandt ABOUT FLY RACING FLY Racing’s 2021 line has been improved and expanded, offering the industry’s widest range of moto and off-road products. Led by the revolutionary Formula helmet featuring Rheon technology, FLY Racing has taken big steps forward with the all new Lite pant and Zone Pro goggle. Debuted at this year’s Monster Energy AMA Supercross b