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There's also an updated frame
with new fork and shock suspen-
sion settings, and the braking
system is all new.
Updated styling includes
a slimmer, more compact
front number plate, new
two-piece side covers,
a sharper rear fender, and new
graphics.
The 2027 YZ250F will be avail
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able from dealers in September
in Team Yamaha Blue for $9099,
and a Monster Energy Edition will
also be available for $9299.
The 2027 YZ450F is virtually
unchanged and will be available
in July with a $10,299 MSRP and
the Monster Energy Edition with
a $10,499 MSRP.
The Yamaha YZ450FX adopts
the updated design of the
YZ450F. Yamaha says, "The 2027
YZ450FX's power character is
focused on smoother delivery
with more controllable low-rpm
torque, making it easier to ride in
technical conditions. The suspen
-
sion characteristics have been
specifically optimized for the
longer rides of competitive cross-
country racing, providing more
initial responsiveness, comfort,
and compliance over slippery,
rocky and root-filled terrain. Over
-
all, the new YZ450FX is easier to
ride faster and longer, especially
on extremely technical trails."
The 2027 Yamaha YZ450FX
will be available in September
with a $10,499 MSRP.
The rest of the YZ and YZ-FX
lines return in full force but with
few changes.
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a new disc spring and integrates
the primary gear and basket into
a single steel unit. The result,
Yamaha says, is a more compact,
lightweight and durable assem
-
bly "that yields smoother, more
consistent engagement, requires
less effort and eliminates the
need for on-track adjustments,"
says Yamaha.
The 2027 Yamaha
YZ450FX cross-country
features most of
the updates that the
YZ450F motocrosser
got last year.
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