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While the 2-stroke quarter-liter off-road Yamaha machines have set new standards back in the day, here's a new treat for those who want to take their shot at glory. The 2003 YZ250F is blast to ride given its 13,500 rpm redline and revised engine internals. Ready to win races straight from the box, the 2003 YZ250F is equipped with an all-new titanium header for better gas flow and less weight. | While the 2-stroke quarter-liter off-road Yamaha machines have set new standards back in the day, here's a new treat for those who want to take their shot at glory. The 2003 YZ250F is blast to ride given its 13,500 rpm redline and revised engine internals. Ready to win races straight from the box, the 2003 YZ250F is equipped with an all-new titanium header for better gas flow and less weight. | ||
The new YZ250F comes with 48mm USD forks and a new triple clamp, new, lighter calipers with | The new YZ250F comes with 48mm USD forks and a new triple clamp, new, lighter calipers with aluminum pistons, and titanium footpegs. | ||
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[[File:yamaha-yz250-2006-2006-0_4YC3iid.jpg|600px|2006 Yamaha YZ250]] | [[File:yamaha-yz250-2006-2006-0_4YC3iid.jpg|600px|2006 Yamaha YZ250]] | ||
Having received an all-new | Having received an all-new aluminum frame one year before, the 2005 YZ250 got a little more motocross edge thanks to some more tweaking and a new, hydroformed swingarm. The 48mm fork has also been revised, while the rear suspension got a top-drawer titanium spring, too. | ||
The trim of the 2005 YZ250 includes multiple works-style parts and technologies to allow riders to benefit from the best bang their money can buy. Save for the engine, which is a 2-stroke, the frame is almost identical to that of the 4-stroke machines. | The trim of the 2005 YZ250 includes multiple works-style parts and technologies to allow riders to benefit from the best bang their money can buy. Save for the engine, which is a 2-stroke, the frame is almost identical to that of the 4-stroke machines. | ||
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The 2007 MY Yamaha YZ250 got a little more power from its 249cc reed-inducted single, with multiple revisions providing better performance for a lot of components, such as the cylinder, power valve system and carburetor. Quick-access clutch and washable air filter make maintenance easier, reducing the time you'll spend in the garage. | The 2007 MY Yamaha YZ250 got a little more power from its 249cc reed-inducted single, with multiple revisions providing better performance for a lot of components, such as the cylinder, power valve system and carburetor. Quick-access clutch and washable air filter make maintenance easier, reducing the time you'll spend in the garage. | ||
The competition-grade MX | The competition-grade MX aluminum frame keeps the bike light and handling precise, while the speed-sensitive fork adds premium damping and compression characteristics to the ride. Add in Excel rims, Sun Star sprockets, Pro Taper bars and more top-drawer parts to get you past the finish line first. | ||
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[[File:yamaha-yz250-2008-2008-0.jpg|600px|2008 Yamaha YZ250]] | [[File:yamaha-yz250-2008-2008-0.jpg|600px|2008 Yamaha YZ250]] | ||
The 2008 MY YZ250 is the perfect choice of you want to show someone how evil can a quarter-liter 2-stroke machine can be. The machine is infused with the best features of its 4-stroke siblings, and loaded with works-derived technologies, such as a titanium rear shock spring, | The 2008 MY YZ250 is the perfect choice of you want to show someone how evil can a quarter-liter 2-stroke machine can be. The machine is infused with the best features of its 4-stroke siblings, and loaded with works-derived technologies, such as a titanium rear shock spring, aluminum frame, a new front rotor and twin piston caliper, Pro taper bars, an adjustable 48mm fork, quick-adjust clutch lever and a redesigned brake lever, as well. | ||
The biggest 2-stroke off-road machine has just gotten better, and this calls for some hard riding, showing your friends who's the boss of the dirt track. | The biggest 2-stroke off-road machine has just gotten better, and this calls for some hard riding, showing your friends who's the boss of the dirt track. | ||
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[[File:yamaha-yz250-2010-2010-0.jpg|600px|2010 Yamaha YZ250]] | [[File:yamaha-yz250-2010-2010-0.jpg|600px|2010 Yamaha YZ250]] | ||
A 2-sstroke quarter-liter machine like the 2010 MY YZ250 is a true weapon in the hands of a skilled rider. The engine delivers explosive power as the throttle is twisted and the brawn of this lightweight machine can strike fear in the minds of the faint-hearted. The | A 2-sstroke quarter-liter machine like the 2010 MY YZ250 is a true weapon in the hands of a skilled rider. The engine delivers explosive power as the throttle is twisted and the brawn of this lightweight machine can strike fear in the minds of the faint-hearted. The aluminum frame uses inverted Kayaba forks and a works-derived rear suspension, both adjustable and capable to deliver first-class performance to the discerning rider. | ||
Little has been improved over the previous edition, as it looks like Yamaha's current recipe is a successful one. | Little has been improved over the previous edition, as it looks like Yamaha's current recipe is a successful one. | ||
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[[File:yamaha-yz250-2011-2011-0.jpg|600px|2011 Yamaha YZ250]] | [[File:yamaha-yz250-2011-2011-0.jpg|600px|2011 Yamaha YZ250]] | ||
The 2011 YZ250 is a competition quarter-liter 2-stroke bike intended for use by well-trained riders. Thos motorcycle was loaded with premium componentry derived from the factory racing programs, and is capable to deliver top performance in the hands of a skilled rider. The YZ250 arrives ready to race from the box, equipped with Excel rims, a lightweight | The 2011 YZ250 is a competition quarter-liter 2-stroke bike intended for use by well-trained riders. Thos motorcycle was loaded with premium componentry derived from the factory racing programs, and is capable to deliver top performance in the hands of a skilled rider. The YZ250 arrives ready to race from the box, equipped with Excel rims, a lightweight aluminum frame, top-drawer adjustable Kayaba suspensions, a titanium rear shock spring, racing-grade sprockets, a repackable silencer and jumbo-sized folding, serrated pegs and foot controls. | ||
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[[File:yamaha-yz250-2012-2012-0_xxTZJPi.jpg|600px|2012 Yamaha YZ250]] | [[File:yamaha-yz250-2012-2012-0_xxTZJPi.jpg|600px|2012 Yamaha YZ250]] | ||
This 2-stroke bike sports an | This 2-stroke bike sports an aluminum frame and a smooth close-gear 5-speed gearbox. Together with the upright, forward-slanted design, the YZ250 offers unlimited fun for off-road adventure and all the prerequisites for dirt racing at its possible max. | ||
The 2012 MY Yamaha YZ250 is ready to race out of the crate, complete with a ProTaper aluminum handlebar, titanium foot pegs, gripper seat, and Excel rims. Its lightweight build means extremely easy handling, excellent cornering and less fatigue, granting the rider more possibilities to focus on his capabilities, instead of “fighting” the machine. | The 2012 MY Yamaha YZ250 is ready to race out of the crate, complete with a ProTaper aluminum handlebar, titanium foot pegs, gripper seat, and Excel rims. Its lightweight build means extremely easy handling, excellent cornering and less fatigue, granting the rider more possibilities to focus on his capabilities, instead of “fighting” the machine. | ||
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The 2012 Yamaha YZ250 is ready to race out of the crate, complete with an aluminum handlebar, titanium foot pegs, gripper seat, and Excel rims. Its lightweight build means extremely easy handling, excellent cornering and less fatigue, granting the rider more possibilities to focus on his capabilities, instead of “fighting” the machine. | The 2012 Yamaha YZ250 is ready to race out of the crate, complete with an aluminum handlebar, titanium foot pegs, gripper seat, and Excel rims. Its lightweight build means extremely easy handling, excellent cornering and less fatigue, granting the rider more possibilities to focus on his capabilities, instead of “fighting” the machine. | ||
This 2-stroke bike sports an | This 2-stroke bike sports an aluminum frame and a smooth close-gear 5-speed gearbox. Together with the upright, forward-slanted design, the YZ250 offers unlimited fun for off-road adventure and all the prerequisites for dirt racing at its possible max. | ||
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[[File:yamaha-yz250-2014-2014-0.jpg|600px|2014 Yamaha YZ250F]] | [[File:yamaha-yz250-2014-2014-0.jpg|600px|2014 Yamaha YZ250F]] | ||
Just like its bigger brother YZ450F, the 2013 Yamaha YZ250F brings a heap of all-net things for the new year model. Starting with the new EFI engine mounted in an all-new | Just like its bigger brother YZ450F, the 2013 Yamaha YZ250F brings a heap of all-net things for the new year model. Starting with the new EFI engine mounted in an all-new aluminum Bilateral Beam frame with a completely new design and specs and down to the revised exhaust, tank and airbox, bodywork and all, the new YZ250F also offer top-level maneuverability for both the dirt track and wilderness trails. | ||
The bike can also be loaded with user-customizable mappings using the accessory Power Tuner and be more compliant with the special nature of various tracks. The frame sits on new KYB air-oil suspensions and they also come with multiple setting options for the best grip and power-to-ground delivery. | The bike can also be loaded with user-customizable mappings using the accessory Power Tuner and be more compliant with the special nature of various tracks. The frame sits on new KYB air-oil suspensions and they also come with multiple setting options for the best grip and power-to-ground delivery. | ||
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[[File:yamaha-yz250-2014-2014-4_gbtYBV4.jpg|600px|2014 Yamaha YZ250]] | [[File:yamaha-yz250-2014-2014-4_gbtYBV4.jpg|600px|2014 Yamaha YZ250]] | ||
The 2013 Yamaha YZ250 carries on the heritage of the bike which won the first-ever World Motocross Championship back in 1973. It retains the 2-stroke principle but the rest of the bike is completely changed, now benefiting from the most advanced technology in the field of MX racing. The chassis is now made in | The 2013 Yamaha YZ250 carries on the heritage of the bike which won the first-ever World Motocross Championship back in 1973. It retains the 2-stroke principle but the rest of the bike is completely changed, now benefiting from the most advanced technology in the field of MX racing. The chassis is now made in aluminum and rolls with light, cast alloy wheels, USD forks and a Power Valve System for the modern exhaust. | ||
The handling is simply flawless, given the revised suspension settings and chassis sturdiness, while the seat ergonomics have been also updated for good support and maximum freedom of movement. | The handling is simply flawless, given the revised suspension settings and chassis sturdiness, while the seat ergonomics have been also updated for good support and maximum freedom of movement. | ||