TWO-STROKE THUNDER RETURNS: Yamaha Unleashes the 2025 YZ500 2-Stroke 70th Anniversary Edition – A Roaring Tribute to 70 Years of Racing Dominance and Innovation
In a move that’s sending shockwaves through the motocross world, Yamaha has officially unveiled the 2025 YZ500 2-Stroke 70th Anniversary Edition—a modern-day masterpiece that marks the glorious return of big-bore two-stroke power. Designed as a tribute to seven decades of Yamaha’s racing heritage, this limited-edition beast channels raw performance, cutting-edge engineering, and nostalgic fury into one unforgettable ride.
At the heart of the YZ500 lies a newly engineered 500cc liquid-cooled 2-stroke engine, delivering explosive power with razor-sharp throttle response. This isn’t just a nod to the past—it’s a bold reimagining, incorporating modern fuel mapping, improved exhaust resonance, and advanced port timing to ensure both unmatched performance and rideability. The powerplant is housed in a lightweight aluminum frame, derived from Yamaha’s championship-winning YZ450F, ensuring perfect balance and agility on even the roughest tracks.
Visually, the 70th Anniversary Edition dazzles with retro-inspired graphics, commemorative badging, and Yamaha’s iconic speedblock livery. Special touches like a blacked-out frame, gold-anodized rims, and a serialized plaque make each unit a collector’s dream.
Beyond its brute strength, the YZ500 comes equipped with top-tier KYB suspension, updated ergonomics, and revised chassis geometry—tailored for aggressive riding yet forgiving enough for weekend warriors.
This isn’t just a motorcycle. It’s a celebration. A declaration. Yamaha’s 2025 YZ500 2-Stroke roars back onto the scene not just to compete—but to dominate. And in doing so, it rekindles the spirit of an era when the smell of premix and the sound of a screaming two-stroke ruled the track.
Prepare yourself—two-stroke thunder is back, and it’s louder, faster, and meaner than ever.
