In the very beginning 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 completely towards complete line. Rider Shinya Nakano held the lead from the beginning but found rider Olivier Jacque near behind him. Because they rounded the last part, Jacque entered the slipstream as well as the two bikes headed for the complete neck and neck. Jacque crossed the finish line at 0.014 seconds, barely half a bike size, before Nakano to be WGP champ. Within season finish the two riders from Tech 3 group rated 1st and 2nd respectively. These season, the Tech 3 group would enter the 500cc class. The Tech 3 cyclists for the 2001 WGP would once more be Jacque and Nakano. The equipment used will be an evolution of this Yamaha YZR500, which won the Manufacturers' Championship in the previous 12 months. Making use of a trusted 2-stroke water-cooled V4 engine, managing was upgraded and a lightweight, high-durability aluminum frame ended up being employed. Cornering ability had been enhanced by adding high-traction tires and aerodynamic front cowling. Nakano stayed in contention for the top with constant race, using third place at the Germany GP and ranking 5th in general points at mid-season. As a result of an accident suffered during pre-season, Jacque had a rough time engaging in the groove, but recovered on 9th competition in which he finished 6th. Again, the Tech 3 group proved prepared for on-the-edge race action having its two YZR500's.
