YZ250
€9,399.00
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The YZ250 is a true legend in every sense of the word. Ever since it won Yamaha’s first ever World Motocross Championship in the 1970s the YZ250 has been challenging for the podium in motocross, supercross and freestyle MX. It’s Yamaha’s ultimate 2-stroke. And it’s always ready to win.
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SKU2027-YZ250LC-DPBSE
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Highlights
Slimline bodywork
Powerful braking system
Industry-leading KYB suspension
High-efficiency air intake
Race-bred ergonomics
In-mould graphics and factory style rims
250cc YPVS 2-stroke engine
Lightweight chassis
About this model
This legendary 2-stroke is the kind of motocross bike that makes you want to just keep on riding. Whether you’re racing, freeriding or just playing in the dirt, the YZ250’s thrilling acceleration and super-agile handling make this one of the most exciting and enjoyable bikes you’ll ever experience.
With pure race DNA flowing through it, the YZ250 is like nothing else. At some time in your race career you really need to see what this bike can do for you. You’ll never forget the first time you ride a YZ250 2-stroke. Whether it’s the stunning acceleration, outstanding agility or its adrenaline-inducing performance you’ll understand why it’s built up such a massive following all over the world.
The exhilarating 250cc liquid-cooled engine gives you an instant hit of power for holeshot-winning acceleration – and the YPVS (Yamaha Power Valve System) gives you plenty of torque at low to mid rpm. It’s industry-leading KYB front forks and rear shock give outstanding traction with plenty of surface feedback – and the slimline bodywork and flat seat enable rapid weight shifting when braking, accelerating and cornering. Featuring a racing inspired updated Icon Blue colours and new graphics, the YZ250 is ready to win.
You’ll never forget the first time you ride a YZ250 2-stroke. With its stunning acceleration, outstanding agility and adrenaline-inducing performance, this dirt bike likes to play hard! On the motocross track this bike fears nothing and no-one. The YZ250 can do just about whatever you ask of it!
This bike has earned a worldwide reputation as one of the most competitive motocross bikes out there thanks to its lightweight handling, easy agility and explosive engine performance. The industry-leading KYB suspension features idealised low speed damping settings for a high level of traction and accurate feedback – and the 270mm front disc and high-specification front calliper give you outstanding control.
With its high efficiency air intake system and torque-boosting YPVS, the compact 250cc 2-stroke engine provides instantaneous throttle response and awesome acceleration, making this one of the most exciting dirt bikes you’ll ever ride. And with its updated Icon Blue colours and new graphics the YZ250 looks as good as it goes.
Slimline bodywork
The YZ250 comes with slimline bodywork that gives this legendary 2-stroke a sharp and athletic look. The narrow fuel tank and radiator shrouds give a compact riding position that enables you to shift body weight rapidly for the highest levels of cornering agility.
Powerful braking system
The high specification front brake set up features a 270mm diameter disc and a rigid twin-pot calliper with large diameter 25,4mm pistons that ensure optimum braking performance. A lightweight 240mm rear disc minimizes unsprung weight and reduces weight while delivering instant stopping power with plenty of feel.
Industry-leading KYB suspension
Yamaha’s SSS (Speed Sensitive System) front forks are second to none. The YZ250’s industry leading KYB suspension delivers plush low speed damping for more effective cornering performance, giving you a real advantage. Whatever the type of track, the YZ250’s sophisticated front and rear suspension makes a real difference and gives you the ability to outhandle the opposition.
High-efficiency air intake
The YZ250’s side panels, rear fender, seat base and rear frame have all been specially developed to enhance the flow of fresh air entering the airbox to ensure optimum intake efficiency. Together with a high efficiency exhaust system, this system gives you holeshot-winning acceleration and explosive power right through the rev range.
Race-bred ergonomics
With its slim tank, narrow radiator shrouds and flat seat the YZ250 is one of the most agile handling dirt bikes. As soon as you get moving on this legendary 2-stroke you’ll find it easy to shift your bodyweight when braking, cornering or accelerating – giving you a high degree of chassis control.
In-mould graphics and factory style rims
Sporting the eye-catching updated Icon Blue colours and new graphics, the YZ250 looks the part with its dynamic look completed with in-mould graphics and slimline bodywork, with factory-style rims completing the race-bike look.
250cc YPVS 2-stroke engine
The YZ250’s outstanding 250cc 2-stroke engine delivers instant power on demand. Equipped with a torque-boosting YPVS (Yamaha Power Valve System) and driving through a 5-speed transmission, this compact and lightweight powerplant loves to race hard.
Lightweight chassis
The lightweight aluminium chassis is manufactured with a finely-tuned rigidity balance that is designed to allow a certain amount of flex that gives valuable feedback – enabling you to feel and react quickly to different surface conditions.
Model overview
Engine
- Engine type
- Liquid-cooled, 2-stroke, Single cylinder
- Displacement
- 249cc
- Bore x stroke
- 66,4 x 72,0 mm
- Compression ratio
- 8,9 - 10,6 : 1
- Lubrication system
- Premix
- Clutch Type
- Wet, Multiple Disc
- Ignition system
- CDI
- Starter system
- Kick
- Transmission system
- Constant Mesh, 5-speed
- Final transmission
- Chain
- Carburettor
- Keihin PWK38
Chassis
- Frame
- Semi double cradle
- Caster Angle
- 27°40'
- Trail
- 122mm
- Front suspension system
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension system
- link suspension, Swingarm
- Front travel
- 300 mm
- Rear Travel
- 315 mm
- Front brake
- Hydraulic Single Disc, Ø270 mm
- Rear brake
- Hydraulic Single Disc, Ø240 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/100-21 51M Tube type
- Rear tyre
- 110/90-19 62M Tube type
Dimensions
- Overall length
- 2185mm
- Overall width
- 825mm
- Overall height
- 1290mm
- Seat height
- 975mm
- Wheel base
- 1485mm
- Minimum ground clearance
- 360mm
- Wet weight (including full oil and fuel tank)
- 103kg
- Fuel tank capacity
- 7 L
- Oil tank capacity
- n/a