2016 YZ250 Review

Today I wanted to write a quick review on the new 2016 YZ 250 motocross bike and address some of the new features that Yamaha has included on this model. First things first, this year Yamaha continued to use the lightweight aluminum frame design that has been carefully designed to ensure optimum handling in a wide range of track conditions. They will again be running with the 48mm KYB forks that they first introduced to the YZ 250 last year. This spring fork design uses piston speed to control damping force for super-precise handling and rider feedback. In addition, they will also have a fully adjustable KYB rear shock that has 12.4 inches of travel for improved performance. The engine design this year is all new with a 249cc liquid-cooled motor and Yamaha’s new patented power valve system. This provides the bike with crisp, hard-hitting bottom-end power with a very strong mid to top-end pull. The motor has a 38mm Keihin PWK carburetor to supply precise fuel to air ratios. The bike will be equipped with a close-ratio five-speed transmission and a race-inspired carbon fiber reed-valve system. Some of the new accessories for 2016 that Yamaha has equipped on this machine include the addition of the all black Excel rims which give you that factory look right off the showroom floor. Yamaha has also installed an oversized front disc for improved stopping power, a gold O-ring chain, and an aftermarket rear sprocket. These additions allow riders to roll this bike right off the showroom floor and begin competing. I would highly recommend coming in and checking out this all new 2016 YZ 250.