RIDE REVIEW I 2024 YAMAHA YZ250F
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The new chassis also worked
well on the day's track layout,
as the slim-feeling frame was
a great fit for the tight and
jumpy course. With the updated
shrouds and airbox, the rider can
easily slide up on the tank and hit
the inside lines. Moving around
on the YZ has never been easier.
Along with the skinny feel, the
bike is agile and can be moved
between your legs with notice
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able ease. This translates into
less effort when maneuvering
around the track and switching
up lines. Its nimble character
is perfect for tighter tracks, but
we've yet to ride it on a faster,
wide-open setting.
YZ suspension has consis
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tently been best in class, and this
year is no different. New toolless
adjusters are found on the top of
the fork, which means trackside
changes require no tools. I stiff
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ened the fork early in the day to
combat the ultra-deep conditions
but softened them back to stock
once the dirt packed in. The hold-
up in the top part of the stroke
provides comfort in smaller chop
but transitions smoothly as the
bumps increase. You feel confi
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dent on the YZ; casing jumps or
going long isn't a worry.
Everything about the new Ya
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maha is better, almost. I have a
few minor gripes. This bike is still
loud. The 2023 YZ450F's airbox
Your knees will
appreciate the narrower
radiator shroud area,
especially in the turns.
