2026 Yamaha YZ250 70th Anniversary

2026 Yamaha YZ250 70th Anniversary

On the track or on the trail, the YZ250's exhilarating 250cc liquid-cooled engine provides an instant hit of power for holeshot-winning acceleration. It's industry-leading KYB® suspension offers outstanding handling, and the slim bodywork and flat seat ease rider movement when braking, accelerating and cornering.

Features may include:

• super crisp, instant 'right now' engine power (when in the 'power band')

• easy & economical to maintain, service & rebuild

• excellent heat dissipation

• reduced weight (no heavy iron liner)

• reduced friction

• extended cylinder life

• YPVS system varies the exhaust port height & timing based on engine rpm

• provides the benefits of both solid, low rpm power delivery & strong top-end punch

• combines with compact engine to provide an awesome power to weight ratio

• obvious benefit of an aluminum frame is a significant weight reduction

• Yamaha maintains the semi-double cradle design because it offers an excellent 'rigidity balance' between lateral & torsional rigidity while offering controlled flex in the longitudinal plane

• result is a light aluminum frame, which provides excellent handling, good ride quality, excellent stability & responsive cornering performance

• constructed of square-section, lightweight aluminum

• detachable design allows easy access when servicing rear suspension components

• reduces costs in the event of a loop out