In a grand event, the six millionth Yamaha motorcycle assembled in Malaysia rolls out of the Hong Leong Yamaha Motor (HLYM) plant in Sungai Buloh, Selangor. The commemorative motorcycle is a 2024 Yamaha Y16ZR 6MRO Limited Edition, the acronym standing for “6 Million Roll Out.”
The event was attended by Hong Leong Yamaha Motor’s corporate management as well as Yamaha Malaysia dealers with Yamaha Motor Corporation Chairman, Director, President, Chief Executive Officer and Representative Director Katsuaki Watanabe delivering the keynote address. In his speech, Watanabe praised the spirit of innovation and dedication to quality of HLYM staff.
In celebration of HLYM’s milestone, Datuk Prof Dr Jim Khor, Group Managing Director, Hong Leong Industries also announced the opening of Space Y, HLYM’s museum located adjacent to the Gen Blu cafe and Yamaha Lifestyle Station.
Covering 9,000 square feet, the museum showcases Yamaha Malaysia’s achievements with exhibits on its manufacturing and motorcycle racing endeavours. The exhibits consist of the Historical and Racing Section, Innovation Tunnel, Interactive and Art Space, Theatre and Space Y Shop.
In conjunction with its 45th Anniversary, HLYM invites the public to experience Space Y with free admission until 31 December 2024, entry costing RM5 for adults and RM3 for children thereafter. Space Y is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on alternate Saturdays every month.
