2023 Yamaha YZ250 2-STROKES. 1ST PLACE. The YZ250 offers pure performance and full-throttle adrenaline in a lightweight and reliable two-stroke machine. Features may include: TOP FEATURES Exhilarating Two-Stroke Power The 249cc liquid-cooled YPVS™-equipped reed-valve-inducted two-stroke engine is lightweight, compact and fun, with an incredibly wide, hard-hitting powerband. Class-Leading KYB® Suspension The YZ250's renowned suspension performance offers unmatched levels of control, capability and comfort by way of the fully adjustable 48mm inverted KYB® front fork, including a leaf spring in the mid-speed valve for more precise damping, and the fully adjustable KYB® rear shock featuring reduced-friction Kashima Coat™ internals. It all adds up to class-defining suspension and handling characteristics. Lightweight Frame A carefully engineered, advanced aluminum frame and swingarm give the YZ250 class-leading track performance. ENGINE Exhilarating Two-Stroke Power The 249cc liquid-cooled reed-valve-inducted two-stroke engine is lightweight, compact and fun, with an incredibly wide, hard-hitting powerband. Yamaha Power Valve System Patented Yamaha Power Valve System (YPVS™) combines crisp, hard-hitting bottom-end acceleration with strong mid-range and top-end. Advanced Carburetor Advanced 38mm Hitachi Astemo® Keihin PWK38S carburetor with power jet and throttle position sensor provides precise fuel/air mixing and extra-crisp throttle response. CHASSIS/SUSPENSION High Performance Braking System The high performance braking system features a 270mm front rotor, 240mm rear rotor, large front pistons and rigid calipers, all combining to provide exceptional braking power and feel. Industry-Leading KYB® Fork The fully adjustable KYB® 48mm forks feature the Speed Sensitive System which uses piston speed to control the damping force for super-precise handling, superb bump absorption and 11.8 inches of suspension travel. ADDITIONAL FEATURES Race-Ready Features Complete with an aluminum handlebar, two-position adjustable handlebar clamp, wide footpegs, gripper seat and adjustable clutch lever with works-style cable adjuster, the YZ250 is competition-ready straight out of the crate.