For your eyes only: Yamaha XT 500

A rare, hybrid and spectacular collector’s piece

This original promotional poster brings together two defining icons of the early 1980s: the energy of James Bond and the unmistakable silhouette of the Yamaha XT 500, one of the most legendary trail motorcycles ever built. Produced in 1981 to accompany the release of For Your Eyes Only, this is not part of the usual cinema poster circuit: it is an official Yamaha promotional edition, created to highlight the XT 500’s appearance in one of the film’s most memorable action sequences.

A striking, unmistakably Bond-era aesthetic

The artwork catches the eye instantly: bold framing, dramatic pose, icy blues cut by vivid reds… everything evokes the Bond universe—glamour, tension, adrenaline. At the centre, the XT 500 bursts through a snowy action scene, capturing the rugged all-terrain spirit that made the model a worldwide icon. The composition, both dynamic and stylised, distils the perfect 80s blend of cinema, action, and motorcycling culture.

A cross-collectible treasure

This poster sits at the intersection of two major collector communities:

• Cinema heritage – A cult film, a charismatic lead actor, and a signature early-80s graphic look.

• Motorcycle history – The XT 500, a trail legend, Dakar-ready machine, and eternal favourite among vintage enthusiasts.

As an original Yamaha promotional print, far less widely distributed than standard United Artists film posters, it is particularly sought-after. Surviving examples are scarce—especially in good condition.

This poster is also an absolute collector's item for fans of the franchise, thanks in particular to a printing error in the film's title, which reads “Rien que vos yeux” instead of “Rien que pour vos yeux.”