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Chassis/Suspension

• Removable aluminum rear subframe is constructed of square-section tubing for reduced weight.
• Premium Dunlop® Geomax MX33 tires offer race-developed performance on a wide range of terrain.
• Lightweight 21-inch front and 19-inch rear Excel® rims provide exceptional durability and a premium look.
• High performance brakes feature a 270mm front and 240mm rear rotor for superb braking power and feel.
• Fully adjustable KYB® shock offers exceptional rear wheel control and ride performance along with 12.4 inches of travel.
• Fully adjustable Speed Sensitive KYB® 48mm forks offer precise handling, superb bump absorption and 11.8 inches of travel.
• A carefully engineered, advanced aluminum frame and swingarm give the YZ250 the best handling in the 250cc class.

Engine

• Patented Yamaha Power Valve System (YPVS) combines crisp bottom-end acceleration with strong mid-range and top-end.
• Advanced 38mm Hitachi Astemo® Keihin PWK38S carburetor provides precise fuel/air mixing and crisp throttle response.
• Special-design carbon fiber reed-valve petals improve the throttle response and engine performance across the entire rpm range.
• Digital CDI system delivers precise spark for faster, stronger response anywhere in the rev range.
• Smooth-shifting, close-ratio five-speed transmission with a heavy-duty, multiplate clutch ensures confident gear changes.
• High-capacity radiator with dark louvers deliver maximum cooling efficiency and an aggressive look.
• The 249cc liquid-cooled reed-valve-inducted two-stroke engine is lightweight, compact and fun with a wide, hard-hitting powerband.

Key Features

• ICONIC 70TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION STYLING: Celebrate seven decades of motorsports excellence with the 2026 YZ250 70th Anniversary Edition. Iconic white and red speed block livery combines with the YZ250's sleek, aggressive bodywork to commemorate the 1955 birth of Yamaha Motor Company in standout style.
• EXHILARATING TWO-STROKE POWER: The 249cc liquid-cooled reed-valve-inducted two-stroke engine is lightweight, compact and fun featuring the patented Yamaha Power Valve System (YPVS) for crisp response and an incredibly wide, hard-hitting powerband.
• CLASS-LEADING KYB® SUSPENSION: The YZ250 70th Anniversary Edition's renowned suspension performance offers unmatched levels of control, capability and comfort. The class-leading Speed Sensitive System 48mm inverted KYB® fork includes a leaf spring in the mid-speed valve for more precise damping and increased performance. The fully adjustable KYB® rear shock features reduced-friction Kashima Coat internals, separate adjusters for high- and low-speed compression damping, and a full lock oil rebound system for enhanced comfort. It all adds up to class-defining suspension and handling characteristics.
• CONFIDENCE-INSPIRING ERGONOMICS: A carefully considered ergonomic design includes a flatter seat, narrow fuel tank, smoothly integrated body panels and slim shroud width to enable greater freedom of movement forward and back, allowing the rider to easily shift body weight for increased control and confidence.
• PREMIUM WHEELS & TIRES: Lightweight 21-inch front and 19-inch rear Excel® rims provide exceptional durability and a premium look. They come paired with Dunlop® Geomax MX33 tires offering race-developed performance for a wide range of terrain.

Other Features

• Iconic white and red 70th Anniversary Edition livery combines with the YZ250's aggressive bodywork for a stunning look.
• Carefully considered ergonomic design includes a flat seat and slim, integrated body panels for greater freedom of movement.
• Competition-ready features include two-position adjustable handlebar, wide foot pegs, and works-style clutch cable adjuster.