2016 Yamaha YZ250FX

Features

• COMPETITION READY: Featuring Yamaha’s revolutionary rearward slanted, liquid-cooled, DOHC 4-stroke power plant based on the race-winning YZ250F™, and with an added sixth gear and wide ratio transmission, the YZ250FX™ is an “out-of-the-box” Hare Scrambles/GNCC® competition machine.
• NIMBLE CHASSIS: Nearly the same bilateral beam frame that is found on the championship winning YZ250F is used on the YZ250FX. It places the engine and fuel tank close to the center mass of the bike for extremely light and nimble handling character.
• FUEL INJECTION: A Keihin® 44mm throttle body fuel injection system is tuned for cross-country racing and ensures smooth throttle response and easy starting in nearly all conditions.
• ADVANCED SUSPENSION: Industry leading KYB® fully adjustable spring-type inverted forks with speed sensitive damping and a KYB® rear shock with settings designed specifically for cross country racing.
• CROSS COUNTRY FEATURES: With a 2 gallon fuel tank, 18-inch rear wheel and XC racing tires, the YZ250FX is ready to win right out of the box.
• ELECTRIC START: The YZ250FX is the first YZ to feature electric start which helps reduce rider fatigue.
• UNIQUE ENGINE TUNING: The revolutionary, rearward slanted, high-performance liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 4-valve, fuel-injected engine has been tuned to challenge for race victories in the very competitive GNCC® and Hare Scrambles race series.
• MASS-CENTRALIZED POWERPLANT: The position of the engine moves the rotational mass of the cams towards the center of the bike which allows for a straight shot, down draft intake and straight exhaust port for maximized engine performance. Additional, this layout keeps the air box up high, out of dust and mud/water.
• FUEL INJECTION: The fuel injection system uses 3-D mapped electronic control for the fuel and ignition timing that are optimized for cross-country racing.
• 6-SPEED GEARBOX A 6-speed wide-ratio transmission is used to insure the right gear is selected for a wide variety of terrain found in cross country racing.
• ELECTRIC START: Push button electric start makes starting the YZ250FX easy and convenient.
• LIGHT AND STRONG ALUMINUM FRAME: An all-aluminum bilateral beam frame similar to the YZ250F provides strength, lightness and durability for race conditions.
• ADVANCED SUSPENSION: Industry favorite KYB® fully adjustable spring-type forks with speed sensitive damping and Kashima Coat™ and a KYB® rear shock, also with Kashima Coat™ and featuring a large 50mm piston. Both the fork and rear shock are tuned specifically for cross country racing.
• PURPOSE-BUILT TIRES: Special cross-country racing Dunlop® AT81 tires are used to maximize traction while delivering excellent wear.
• GYTR POWER TUNER READY: Accessory GYTR® Power Tuner lets owners adjust air/fuel mixture and ignition timing maps to match engine performance characteristics to the rider and race conditions in a matter of seconds with the push of a few buttons.
• PRACTICAL TOUCHES: Quick-adjust clutch, wide platform footpegs, four-position rubber-mounted handlebar clamps, aluminum handlebars and a side stand are standard for added rider convenience. The YZ250FX is also pre-wired for an optional radiator fan for the most grueling conditions.
• EASY SERVICING: Quick-release quarter-turn Dzus® air box fasteners for tool-less access to the air filter.
• SEALED O-RING CHAIN: High-quality O-ring chain is tough and durable.