HOW IT WORKS

The YZ bLU cRU Cup in the UK is open to anyone racing a YZ65, YZ85 or YZ125 in an FIM or ACU affiliated national championship, but you must register to participate.

Applying couldn’t be easier, simply fill out the online form with your details, plus the series in which you’ll be racing. Once your application is confirmed, you’ll receive our welcome pack, which has everything you need to get started on your Yamaha Racing journey.

You’ll get a host of freebies, including an official Yamaha sticker kit for your bike, plus a collection of our Paddock Blue racewear. You’ll also receive support from our dedicated bLU cRU team, led by YZ bLU cRU ambassador Jeff Perrett, among other highlights including an exclusive Training event in the summer open to all bLU cRU participants.

in an approved National Championship

YZ65, YZ85 or

Once registered, the main thing you have to do is race and submit your results to Yamaha Motor UK on a monthly basis. The best performing riders of the season across classes, chosen via our officia bLU cRU selection criteria, will be invited to the SuperFinale event for the chance to take a step closer to a professional career racing at the Motocross of Nations at Ernee, France in October 2023 with 120 of the best young motocross racers from across Europe.

The best of the best from the SuperFinale will then be invited to the exclusive Masterclass event, where YZ125 riders will fight it out for a ride in a Yamaha supported EMX125 team for 2024 while the YZ85 and YZ65 riders present can win full GYTR support from Yamaha.

Yamaha Yz65

Powerful 65cc liquid cooled engine

Race-developed Yamaha Power Valve System (YPVS)

Smooth, stable handling and confident cornering

High overall specification, winning capability

Effortless 6-speed transmission with light-pull clutch

Semi-double cradle steel frame, aluminium subframe

36mm diameter upside down front forks

KYB Monocross suspension, aluminium swingarm

60/100 14” front and 80/100 12” rear tyres

Find out how you can further improve the performance of the Yamaha YZ65 by adding GYTR accessories.

Tapered handlebars, aluminium handlebar crown

Ergonomic seat design for easy weight shifting and total control

Pure YZ race-bred DNA

Full range of GYTR Performance and Racing parts available

Yamaha Yz85

Slim bodywork

Flat seat and ergonomic fuel tank

Lightweight aluminium rear frame

Aluminium swing arm

85cc liquid-cooled 2-stroke engine with YPVS

High-efficiency air intake

Fully adjustable 36mm KYB upside down front forks

Link-type Monocross rear suspension

Self-cleaning wave discs

Find out how you can further improve the performance of the Yamaha YZ85 by adding GYTR accessories.

Full range of GYTR Performance and Racing parts available

Yamaha Yz125

Most powerful YZ125 engine

Ultra-slim bodywork

Keihin Powerjet carburettor

Smooth shifting 6-speed transmission

High-efficiency air intake

Race-developed ergonomics

Best-in-class KYB suspension

Powerful braking system

Single bolt seat fixing

Find out how you can further improve the performance of the Yamaha YZ125 by adding GYTR accessories.

Full range of GYTR Racing parts available

What You Receive

Paddock Blue Racewear

As part of your Welcome Pack, you will receive a selection of official Yamaha Paddock Blue Racewear worth over £200, so you can look like a factory Yamaha racer! Included in the pack is:

• 2x Paddock Blue T-Shirts

• 1x Paddock Blue Hoody

• 1x Paddock Blue Race Umbrella

• 1x Paddock Blue Cap

• 1x Paddock Blue Backpack

Media Exposure

bLU cRU supported riders get the benefit of coverage on Yamaha Racing’s social media channels, which boast an audience of 200,000 in the UK alone and six million globally.

@YamahaRacingUK will post the best results and rider stories from across the 2023 season, boosting bLU cRU riders profiles and providing valuable coverage for sponsors. The channels will also share rider-posted content that meets the bLU cRU social media guidelines, using the relevant tags and hashtags (#victorYZone, #bLUcRU). Additionally, there will be visibility for riders on the official Yamaha Motor UK webpage.

Official Yamaha Racing Sticker Kit

As well as the official Yamaha Racing clothing, you’ll also get an official Yamaha Racing sticker kit for your bike.

You will also be able to purchase further sticker kits and graphics from our partner, GP Grafix at a discounted rate throughout the season.

PROFESSIONAL ADVICE & SUPPORT

Our bLU cRU Ambassador, Jeff Perrett will be on hand at all Revo British MX and Michelin MX Nationals events to provide advice, assistance and guidance to bLU cRU riders including track walks.

bLU cRU RIDER TRAINING EVENTS

We will hold an official Yamaha Motor UK bLU cRU Rider Training event in the summer, where all bLU cRU riders will be invited to attend free of charge. Riding advice, training and guidance will be provided from the official Cab Screens Crescent Yamaha MX team and bLU cRU ambassador Jeff Perrett.

Discounts Available

A bLU cRU discount is available on selected parts from participating Yamaha dealerships.