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2012 Yamaha YZ250
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Our legendary two-stroke Supercross winner is more potent than ever with a light aluminum frame housing a patented YPVS Power valve-equipped engine that delivers great power-to-weight ratio. YZ250 is ready to race out of the crate complete with ProTaper aluminum handlebar, titanium footpegs gripper seat and Excel rims.
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Features
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Key Features - A light aluminum frame housing a patented YPVS® Power valve-equipped ripper of an engine results in an awesome power-to-weight ratio.
Key Features - The YZ250 is ready to race out of the crate, complete with a ProTaper® aluminum handlebar, titanium footpegs, gripper seat, and Excel rims.
Key Features - Owning a Yamaha 2-stroke is less expensive to maintain.
Engine - 249cc liquid-cooled reed-valve-inducted two-stroke engine is lightweight, compact and features an incredibly wide, hard-hitting powerband.
Engine - Patented YPVS® power-valve system combines crisp, hard-hitting, bottom-end acceleration with strong midrange and eye-opening top-end.
Engine - Special-design carbon fiber reed-valve petals improve throttle response and engine performance across the entire rpm range.
Engine - Smooth-shifting, five-speed, close-ratio transmission with heavy-duty, multiplate clutch.
Engine - Primary kickstarter ensures smooth, easy starting action and reduced weight.
Engine - Large-capacity radiator features a ten-row core with four louvers for maximum cooling efficiency.
Engine - 38mm Keihin® PWK carburetor with power jet and throttle position sensor (TPS) ensures precise fuel/air mixing and extra-crisp throttle response throughout the powerband.
Engine - Digital CDI ignition system delivers precise spark for faster, stronger response anywhere in the powerband.
Engine - Trick, works-style clutch lever features race-spec barrel adjuster for on-the-fly adjustability.
Chassis/Suspension - YZ250F-style front-brake caliper and wave-style front and rear discs minimize unsprung weight and provide excellent stopping power.
Chassis/Suspension - The KYB® 48mm forks feature the Speed-Sensitive System that uses piston speed to control damping force for super-precise handling and a smooth ride.
Chassis/Suspension - A carefully engineered, advanced aluminum frame and swingarm give the YZ250 the best handling in the 250 class.
Chassis/Suspension - Removable aluminum rear subframe is constructed of square-section tubing for reduced weight.
Chassis/Suspension - Rear, fully adjustable KYB® shock features a super-light titanium shock spring and reduced-friction Kashima coating of internals. 12.4 inches of travel, separate adjusters for high-speed and low-speed compression damping, and a full lock oil rebound system for increased comfort all add up to fantastic rear wheel control and a sweet ride.
Chassis/Suspension - Lightweight 21-inch front and 19-inch rear Excel rims provide exceptional durability and help reduce unsprung weight for optimal suspension, performance and handling.
Chassis/Suspension - Tapered rear wheel spacers ease sliding the rear wheel into place for quicker tire changes.
Chassis/Suspension - Premium Dunlop® knobbies offer race-spec traction and wear.
Additional Features - Wide, cleated, folding titanium footpegs are lightweight and provide excellent comfort, grip and ground clearance.
Additional Features - Special-design “gripper” type seat and fuel tank, forward-canted steering crown and low handlebar provide excellent movement and more comfortable ergonomics for riders.
Additional Features - Wide-diameter fuel tank cap ensures easier usage, while larger tank opening means faster, hassle-free refueling.
Additional Features - A light and strong ProTaper® aluminum handlebar in adjustable mounts means comfort and control.
Additional Features - Premium drive chain has gold-colored plates for outstanding looks.
Additional Features - Use of light box-head bolts throughout the chassis eases maintenance while reducing weight and increasing performance.
Additional Features - Repackable exhaust silencer.
Additional Features - Durable, comfortable handlebar grips.
2012 Yamaha YZ250
Specifications
Engine
- Engine
- 249cc liquid-cooled 2-stroke; reed-valve inducted
- Bore x Stroke
- 66.4mm x 72.0mm
- Compression Ratio
- 8.9~10.6:1
- Fuel Delivery
- Keihin® PWK38S
- Fuel Capacity
- 2.1 gal
Transmission
- Ignition
- CDI
- Transmission
- Constant-mesh 5-speed; multiplate wet clutch
- Final Drive
- Chain Drive
Chassis
- Suspension Front
- Speed-Sensitive System inverted fork; fully adjustable, 11.8-in travel
- Suspension Rear
- Fully adjustable single shock, 12.4-in travel
- Brake Front
- Hydraulic single disc brake, 250mm
- Brake Rear
- Hydraulic single disc brake, 245mm
- Tires Front
- 80/100-21-51M
- Tires Rear
- 110/90-19-62M
Dimensions
- Length
- 85.7 in
- Width
- 32.6 in
- Height
- 51.4 in
- Seat Height
- 39.1 in
- Wheelbase
- 58.3 in
- Ground Clearance
- 15.0 in
- Wet Weight
- 227 lb
General Information
- Warranty
- 30 Day (Limited Factory Warranty)




