Compare Models

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

• POWERFUL TWO-STROKE YZ125 ENGINE: Yamaha's advanced, liquid-cooled 125cc two-stroke engine is ready for competition straight out of the box with Yamaha's patented Power Valve System (YPVS) providing impressive acceleration, thrilling mid- to high-rpm power, along with supreme usability.
• LIGHTWEIGHT RIDER-FRIENDLY CHASSIS: The lightweight finely tuned chassis means nimble handling, more control and less rider fatigue. A race-proven, highly developed aluminum semi-double cradle frame is engineered to provide just the right amount of strength and flex for the perfect balance of stability and cornering performance. Removable aluminum rear subframe is constructed of square-section tubing for reduced weight.
• 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'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.
• AGGRESSIVE YZ STYLING: Race-inspired styling—from the sharp embedded graphics, to the aggressive bodywork including front and rear fenders, blacked-out radiator shrouds and number plates, to the smaller details like fork guards, rear brake disc and caliper protectors, and wide foot pegs—spotlights the YZ250's extensive two-stroke racing pedigree from every angle.
• 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

• 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.
• Premium Yamaha graphics are embedded to provide excellent durability and scratch resistance.