In to the start about the 2000 World Grand Prix Motorcycle program rushing GP250cc program finals in Australia, two items shot in front of the pack and gradually widened the lead. Two riders from exact same group would fight it away totally towards complete line. Rider Shinya Nakano held the lead right from the start but discovered motorist Olivier Jacque near behind him. Since they rounded days gone by component, Jacque joined the slipstream additionally the two bikes headed the complete neck and throat. Jacque crossed the final outcome line at 0.014 moments, hardly half a bike size, before Nakano to be WGP champ. Within period complete both riders from Tech 3 group ranked 1st and 2nd correspondingly. These extent, the Tech 3 team would enter the 500cc class. The Tech 3 cyclists the 2001 WGP would yet again be Jacque and Nakano. The apparatus used are an evolution associated with the Yamaha YZR500, which won the Manufacturers' Championship in the last 12 months. Utilizing a trusted 2-stroke water-cooled V4 motor, handling completed up being upgraded and a lightweight, high-durability aluminum framework completed up working. Cornering ability were improved with the addition of high-traction tires and aerodynamic front component cowling. Nakano stayed in contention the utmost effective with constant competition, making use of third spot within Germany GP and standing 5th generally points at mid-season. Because of a major accident experienced during pre-season, Jacque had a rough time playing the groove, but recovered on 9th competition which he completed 6th. Once again, the Tech 3 group proved prepared for on-the-edge battle action featuring its two YZR500's.
