QUICKSPIN I 2022 YAMAHA YZ250
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Let's check out some of those changes.
The striking new body styling not only
looks great but serves a practical purpose
as well. And before you ask, no, the new
plastic won't bolt onto your 2021 YZ. A
new fuel tank, radiator shrouds and seat
create a flatter and narrower rider cock-
pit that feels much more modern. The
new side plates and rear fender also
feature a totally new air intake system.
Two large holes on either side of the
rear fender feed streamlined channels
under the seat to reduce airflow resis-
tance by a claimed 15 percent. This
eliminates multiple air entry points of
the past. Yamaha has gone from four
intake areas to two massive vents and
made the pathway more efficient in the
process. Aside from the intakes, the
motor internals remain the same.
Along with the obvious external
changes, the YZ-inger sports some
other key updates. New suspension,
brakes, and tires are the same compo-
nents found on the YZ250's ultra-mod-
(Above) The 2022
YZ250 two-stroke
got more than just
a facelift. (Below)
Potent and simple.
The YZ250's motor
is pure fun.
