2025 Yamaha YZ250X Base

2025 Yamaha YZ250X

Engineered with all the reliability and durability you've come to expect from Yamaha, this two-stroke was born to win Cross Country races. Featuring a robust 250cc engine, optimized rider ergonomics, and a long list of XC details that solidifies its position as the king of woods!

Features may include:

• TWO-STROKE POWER FOR ENDURO RACING

The YZ250X is optimized for the unique demands of Hare Scrambles and GNCC® racing. The Yamaha Power Valve System (YPVS™)-equipped 249cc two-stroke engine is mated to a wide-ratio five-speed transmission for the ultimate cross country power plant.

• CROSS COUNTRY SPECIFIC FEATURES

Cross country focused suspension setup and Dunlop® Geomax MX33 tires, 18-inch rear wheel, wide ratio transmission, narrow expansion chamber, sealed O-ring chain, standard side stand and fuel tank petcock with reserve position all combine to make the perfect XC racer.

• OPTIMIZED RIDER ERGONOMICS

To increase rider confidence in challenging cross country conditions, smoothly integrated body panels, narrow fuel tank design, slim 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.

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

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

• High performance braking system features large front pistons, rigid caliper and a 270mm front rotor

• "Re-tuned" engine vs YZ250 (Ignition, timing, & YPVS)

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

• Heavy duty clutch