2023 Yamaha YZ250X

Engineered with all the reliability and durability you've come to expect from Yamaha, this 2-stroke was born to win Cross Country races. For 2023, the YZ250X receives an array of updates including improved rider ergonomics, updated brake system, and other refinements that solidify its position as the king of woods!

Based on the legendary YZ250 249cc liquid-cooled reed-valve-inducted two-stroke engine, the YZ250X utilizes a revised Yamaha Power Valve System (YPVS™) timing and a model-specific CDI unit—all focused on creating a wide, controllable power character ideal for cross country racing.

Cross country focused suspension setup and Dunlop® Geomax AT81 tires, 18-inch rear wheel, wide ratio transmission, narrow expansion chamber, sealed O-ring chain, a standard side stand and fuel tank petcock with reserve position are perfect for XC racing.

To increase rider confidence in challenging cross country conditions, new smoothly integrated body panels, more narrow fuel tank design, slimmer shroud width and flatter seat all combine to enable greater freedom of movement forward and back, allowing the rider to easily shift body weight for better control.

Features may include:

• New rider ergonomics to improve mobility in challenging cross-country conditions

• Updated intake design allows for a straighter, more efficient draw of air into the intake tract.

• An updated high performance braking system features larger front pistons, a more rigid caliper and a redesigned 270mm front rotor with a 30% increase in pad contact area.

• ?"Re-tuned" engine (Ignition, timing, & YPVS)

• Wider ratio transmission gears Vs. YZ250 (3rd gear & higher)

• Heavy duty clutch

• Expansion chamber shape

• Unique front & rear suspension settings

• 18" rear wheel