Additional Features:

• Long, YZ-style seat is low, comfortable and allows easy rider movement.
• Team Yamaha-inspired colors, graphics, and front and side number plates create styling just like the big YZs.
• Sleek, YZ-style fuel tank with 2.1-gallon capacity for good range and excellent freedom of movement.
• Large, folding cleated footpegs provide excellent footing even in wet or muddy conditions.
• Durable fork boots ensure excellent fork seal and stanchion tube protection.

All New for 2005:

• YZ competition styling with flat seat/tank junction for great rider mobility.
• YZ-style diamond-type frame for great handling and strength.

Chassis/Suspension:

• New YZ-style frame design with compact wheelbase and low seat height combines accessibility to new or smaller riders with superb maneuverability and super-responsive handling.
• New linkage-mounted rear shock serves up 8.7 inches of smooth, progressive rear wheel travel for great bump ABSorption and handling.
• New, 36mm front fork with 9.4 inches of wheel travel provides plush, confidence-inspiring control over rough terrain.
• Superb ground clearance for enhanced terrainability.
• Aluminum box-section swingarm features snail-type chain adjusters for quick and easy chain adjustments.
• Front 220mm disc and 130mm rear drum brakes for powerful, confidence-inspiring stops.

Engine:

• Stout, air-cooled, 223cc, SOHC, four-stroke powerplant puts out predictable, broadband power perfectly suited for beginning and intermediate riders.
• Convenient, dependable electric starter for hassle-free, push-button starting.
• 34mm Mikuni carburetor with dual-cable throttle ensures crisp, reliable throttle response.
• Smooth-shifting, YZ-type 6-speed transmission with heavy-duty clutch geared for maximum versatility and usable power delivery.
• CDI magneto ignition system is ultra-reliable and nearly maintenance-free.
• YZ-type air-filter for easy maintenance and maximum airflow.
• Lightweight exhaust with WR-style muffler with quiet, USFS-approved spark arrestor.
• Automatic cam chain tensioner means minimal maintenance and longer engine life.