It’s been four years since Yamaha completely redesigned the YZ450F with a backwards engine design with a rearward slanted cylinder. It was a completely unique approach to creating the ultimate motocross weapon…

2012 Yamaha YZ250F Comparison

For 2012 Yamaha’s YZ250F is all new, sort of. It looks the same, but underneath the bodywork the chassis and engine have been so heavily reworked that for all intents and purposes…

2012 Yamaha YZ450F Comparison

Contrary to the tried-and-true motorcycle design formula conceived by other Japanese brands, Yamaha forges a new path with its unorthodox 2012 Yamaha YZ450F ($8350). The Tuning Fork’s 450cc dirt bike employs different…