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YZ450F Monster Energy Yamaha Racing Edition

From MXGP to US Supercross and Motocross Yamaha Official riders give 100% every race, pushing the limits. So if you’re searching for the ultimate factory style race bike you need to take a look at the YZ450F Monster Energy Racing Edition.

Built on its best-in-class power delivery and suspension performance, the all-new 2023 YZ450F boasts even more power, better handling, less weight, a new more narrow body with improved ergonomics and next-generation Power Tuner app— all while maintaining its renowned ease-of-use that makes fast riders even faster. This has got to be one of the best-looking production motocross bikes we’ve ever built.

A new lightweight aluminium frame and updated KYB suspension deliver the cornering precision and straight-line stability you need stay ahead – and the compact new seamless bodywork combined with revised ergonomics give the ultimate rider mobility for maximum control when accelerating, braking and cornering.

Monster Energy Yamaha Racing Edition bodywork

You’ve come a long way – and now it’s time you got yourself the bike you always dreamed about. The YZ450F Monster Energy Yamaha Racing Edition gives you genuine factory style that’s inspired by the winning MXGP race team bikes. This exclusive package features a full Monster Energy graphics set for the fenders, shrouds, sidepanels and fork protectors to underline the bike’s pure racing DNA.

Lighter, slimmer and more powerful engine

With a 5% increase in power across the rpm range as well as a harder hitting top end, this is the most powerful engine ever used in the YZ450F Monster Energy Yamaha Racing Edition. Featuring a new piston, lightweight cylinder and redesigned crank assembly, this lightweight and compact new engine delivers strong and linear power that gives you plenty of easy to control performance at all engine speeds.

Increased air intake capacity

A key feature on the YZ450F Monster Energy Yamaha Racing Edition is its front facing intake that gives you a real competitive advantage. For increased performance the intake port is redesigned to give a much straighter path to the cylinder head. Together with larger 39mm titanium inlet valves, this high-efficiency intake enables the engine’s rev limit to increase by 500rpm for increased performance.

New disc spring clutch

To handle the extra power the YZ450F Monster Energy Yamaha Racing Edition is equipped with a durable and compact one-piece steel clutch that reduces engine weight by 0.75kg and reduces engine width by 8.5mm. New disc springs are used instead of conventional coil springs, giving improved feel and a much lighter pull at the lever.

Tune. Race. Win.

Check out the motocross and supercross race results and you’ll see that the YZ250F is always a main contender for the podium, and there’s lots of reasons why. From its reversed head engine delivering remarkable performance across a wide rev range, to its advanced bilateral aluminum frame and class-leading suspension, the YZ250F has what you need to dominate on the race track.

A key feature of the YZ250F is the high-tech reversed head 250cc engine. Its unique front facing inlet forces fresh air into the fuel injector to give you holeshot-winning acceleration and instant power whenever you need it. And this compact engine layout contributes significantly towards the bike’s agile handling by centralizing mass.

When track surfaces or the weather changes, the Power Tuner app enables you to adjust your YZ250F’s engine settings from smooth through to aggressive. The SSS (Speed Sensitive System) front forks and race-proven Monocross suspension feature idealized low speed damping settings for superior handling and improved traction –while the aluminium chassis provides plenty of feedback.

Fast, agile and smart, the tuneable YZ250F is built to deliver the ultimate performance at every track.

Improved suspension settings

The YZ250F’s SSS (Speed Sensitive System) front forks are amongst the best in class, and feature new low speed damping settings for more responsive handling. New suspension settings are also used in the rear Monocross system to give improved traction and a better feel.

New lightweight chassis components

Various measures have been made to get unsprung weight as low as possible for even more responsive chassis performance. A new lightweight rear hub as well as a redesigned chain contribute towards the latest model’s weight reduction.

MX2-winning engine design

With its high efficiency front facing inlet, this hard-charging engine is one of the most technologically advanced designs in the class. Its formidable track record includes numerous race wins and titles – so you can be sure that the YZ250F’s reversed head engine has all the performance, useability and durability you need to win.

Wider rear rim and tyre

The YZ250F is fitted with a new wider 2.15 inch rear rim which is equipped with a wider 110/9019 rear tyre that hooks up more effectively for increased traction and more holeshot-winning performance.

YZ250F Monster Energy Yamaha Racing Edition

Yamaha’s factory riders are always challenging for the podium at every MX2 FIM Grand Prix race. Featuring a special reversed-head engine as well as a lightweight aluminium chassis, the YZ250F has proved to be one of the best bikes in the class. And with its exclusive black bodywork and factory-style graphics, the very special YZ250F Monster Energy Yamaha Racing Edition is the ultimate factory style 250cc 4-stroke.

With your YZ250F Monster Energy Yamaha Racing Edition you can be sure that you’ve got one of the best performing front and rear suspension packages in the class – combined with an agile handling aluminium chassis with an inbuilt balance of rigidity that provides plenty of feedback.

For maximum efficiency the YZ250F’s high-revving 250cc 4-stroke engine features a special front facing inlet and rear exit exhaust that gives you instant response and race winning acceleration. And with the easy-to-use Power Tuner app you can adjust your bike’s power at the trackside to match the track conditions. The ride starts here!

Monster Energy Yamaha Racing Edition bodywork

No other bike gets as much attention as this factory team-style motocross edition! Its exclusive black bodywork features official Monster Energy graphics, making this the ultimate racing edition of Yamaha’s high-tech 250cc 4-stroke.

Best in class suspension

The YZ250F Monster Energy Yamaha Racing Edition’s SSS (Speed Sensitive System) front forks are amongst the best in class and feature idealized low speed damping settings for responsive handling. The high specification lightweight rear shock works hard to maintain optimum traction at all times.

Lightweight chassis components

Unsprung weight is kept as low as possible for even more responsive chassis performance. A lightweight rear hub as well as lightweight DID rims ensure ultra-responsive suspension action.

Championships-winning engine design

With its high efficiency front facing inlet, this hard-charging 250cc 4-stroke engine is one of the most technologically advanced designs in the class. Its formidable track record includes numerous MX2 race wins as well as 2021 MX2 Wolrd Championship title and a series of 250 SX titles – so you can be sure that the YZ250F Monster Energy Yamaha Racing Edition’s reversed head engine has all the performance, useability and durability you need to win.

Yamaha Power Tuner app

Yamaha’s Power Tuner app makes it quick and easy to personalise your engine settings at the trackside to match your riding individual style and changing surface conditions. The app has been upgraded for the new YZ450F with an intuitive ‘Easy Tuning’ function that makes it even simpler to select your desired power characteristics. Just slide the scrollbar that runs from ‘Smooth’ through to ‘Aggressive’ and you’re ready to go.

The Yamaha’s Power Tuner app now features additional functions including a lap timer, rpm, speed, fuel consumption and more – and there’s also an engine and suspension FAQ page that helps riders achieve their best set up.

And you can save two settings to the handlebar-mounted button and switch between these maps while on track – helping you to reduce lap times and ensure your bike is running efficiently in all conditions.

2 Strokes. 1st Place.

If you’ve already experienced what it’s like to be charging hard on the YZ250 2-stroke, then you’re going to love what Yamaha has done with this iconic motocross bike.

With pure race DNA flowing through it, the YZ250 is like nothing else. You’ll never forget the first time you ride a YZ250 2-stroke. Whether it’s the stunning acceleration, outstanding agility or its adrenaline-inducing performance you’ll understand why it’s built up such a massive following all over the world.

The exhilarating 250cc liquid-cooled engine gives you an instant hit of power for holeshot-winning acceleration – and the YPVS (Yamaha Power Valve System) gives you plenty of torque at low to mid rpm. It’s industry-leading KYB front forks and rear shock give outstanding traction with plenty of surface feedback – and the slimline bodywork and flat seat enable rapid weight shifting when braking, accelerating and cornering.

Featuring classy duo-tone colours and new graphics, the YZ250 is ready to win.

Slimline bodywork

The YZ250 comes with a slimline bodywork that gives this legendary 2-stroke a sharp and athletic look. The narrow fuel tank and radiator shrouds give a compact riding position that enables you to shift body weight rapidly for the highest levels of cornering agility.

Powerful braking system

The high specification front brake set up features a 270mm diameter disc and a rigid twin-pot caliper with large diameter 25.4mm pistons that ensure optimum braking performance. A lightweight 240mm rear disc minimizes unsprung weight reduces weight while delivering instant stopping power with plenty of feel.

Industry-leading KYB suspension

Yamaha’s SSS (Speed Sensitive System) front forks are second to none. The YZ250’s industry leading suspension delivers plush low speed damping for more effective cornering performance, giving you a real advantage. Whatever the type of track, the YZ250’s sophisticated front and rear suspension makes a real difference and gives you the ability to outhandle the opposition.

High-efficiency air intake

The YZ250’s side panels, rear fender, seat base and rear frame have all been specially developed to reduce resistance to fresh air entering the airbox to ensure optimum intake efficiency. Together with a high efficiency exhaust system this system gives you holeshot-winning acceleration and explosive power right through the rev range.