2006 Yamaha YZ 250F, Key Features: A carefully tuned aluminum frame made up of forgings, weldings, castings and tubing means sharp, super-precise handling. Increased mass centralization provides fantastic overall balance and performance. Suspension refinements front and rear help make the 2006 YZ250F the sweetest-handling and smoothest-riding one ever. Sharp new styling keeps the YZ250F at the front of the pack in the looks department, too including a special, 50th anniversary model. Trick new bits include a light, strong ProTaper aluminum handlebar in adjustable clamps, Excel rims and a cool new exhaust system. Five titanium valves let the YZ250F breathe deep, spinning out amazing torque and horsepower all the way to 13,500 RPM. New for 2006: Speed-Sensitive System 48mm Kayaba fork move the TCV (transfer control valves) above the fork springs, so that damping force is now controlled by piston speed; that prevents mid-stroke damping force changes, for a smoother, more precise ride. Titanium-sprung, four-way adjustable rear shock rod diameter is 2mm bigger. New, Kashima coating reduces friction for fantastic compliance and great handling. An all-new aluminum frame provides fantastic handling. Carburetion and exhaust changes let the 249cc four-stroke breathe free all the way to 13,500 RPM, and a new radiator keeps it cool. Moving the dry sump oil tank ahead of the engine provides overall balance and handling and minimizes external oil lines. New CDI magneto provides a hot, consistent spark across the powerband for right-now throttle response.
