A redesigned rear rotor maintains the same braking power while dropping outer diameter from 245mm to 240mm, reducing unsprung weight without compromising performance. To match increased engine performance, an updated lightweight braking system features larger front pistons, a more rigid caliper, a redesigned 270mm front rotor with a 30% increase in pad contact area and higher friction pad material – all combining to provide exceptional braking power and feel. A new intake design with VForce4 carbon reed valve leads to a more efficient draw of air into the engine for an improved feeling of power in the low rpm range. Enhancing fuelling and power delivery, a new high-precision Hitachi Astemo® Keihin PWK38S carburetor with throttle position sensor and 3D-map-controlled CDI unit provide clean, crisp throttle response and superior rideability. It all adds up to increased power across the mid- to high-rpm range. Every functional part of the 2022 YZ125 engine is new, including the cylinder body, cylinder head, piston, piston pin, connecting rod, crankcase and expansion chamber. It starts with a new, more powerful liquid-cooled 125cc two-stroke engine. The result is a significantly better YZ125. As the first full model change to the iconic YZ125 in more than 15 years, Yamaha designers and engineers put considerable thought into developing a motorcycle that would be both dominant on the racetrack and user-friendly for developing riders looking to bridge the gap between recreation riding and competitive motocross. The new 2022 YZ125 represents an important evolution in Yamaha’s two-stroke lineage. Yamaha’s off-road competition bikes offer the very latest in technology with performance features designed to help racing enthusiasts reach their maximum potential, win races and stand on top of the podium. “ With the induction of the YZ85LW (Large wheel), Yamaha continues to offer one of the most comprehensive step-up structures in the industry, while the numerous updates show we won’t settle for anything less than the best for new riders and competitive racers alike!” “ At Yamaha, there is no question that two-stroke off-road motorcycles have played a vital role in developing our heritage for both winning championships and introducing the next generation of riders to the sport,” said Andrew Scott, Yamaha Motor Canada’s Motorcycle Product Specialist. Yamaha is also proud to extend the popular Monster Energy® Yamaha Racing Editions to the two-stroke lineup with the new 2022 Monster Energy® Yamaha Racing Edition YZ2 Monster Energy® Yamaha Racing Edition YZ125, offering two-stroke aficionados the opportunity to sport the Yamaha factory look of our championship-winning Monster Energy® Star Yamaha Racing team. YZ65 YZ250Īdditionally, Yamaha’s flagship YZ250 two stroke receives several enhancements including lightweight braking system, updated suspension settings, improved ergonomic design with updated, modern YZ styling and new premium graphics. Both 2022 YZ85 models feature enhanced rider ergonomics, a more efficient intake tract design, lightweight aluminum subframe and swingarm, improved rear brake master cylinder, updated radiator shroud plastics and new premium graphics reflecting the YZ’s unmatched racing heritage. Other notable changes to Yamaha’s lineup of race-ready two strokes include an improved YZ85 and a new-for-2022 YZ85LW (Large Wheel) model, offering enhanced off-road performance, improved stability and a more “big-bike” feel through the addition of a larger 19-inch front wheel, 16-inch rear wheel and longer swingarm. This marks the first full model change for the revered YZ125 in more than 15 years and positions it back at the top of the 125cc two-stroke class by offering the perfect blend of race-winning performance and real-world usability. Features include a powerful new 125cc two-stroke engine, improved suspension, updated brakes, enhanced ergonomics, and new modern YZ styling with plastics from the current four-stroke line including a premium embedded graphics scheme. Toronto, ON (July 8, 2021) – Yamaha Motor Canada is proud to announce the expansion of its benchmark-setting two-stroke motocross lineup, highlighted by a new version of the race-bred YZ125. Updates Include New YZ125, New Large-Wheel YZ85 And Monster Energy® Yamaha Racing Editions Yamaha Announces Expanded Lineup of 2022 Two-Stroke MX Bikes
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