Yamaha proudly announces the arrival of the 2025 YZ500 2-Stroke 70th Anniversary Edition, a machine that pays homage to seven decades of legendary racing heritage, relentless innovation, and unmatched engineering excellence…
Yamaha Unleashes the 2025 YZ500 2-Stroke: 70th Anniversary Edition
Yamaha proudly announces the arrival of the 2025 YZ500 2-Stroke 70th Anniversary Edition — a bold celebration of seven decades of racing legacy, innovation, and engineering mastery. This long-anticipated machine marks a triumphant return of the big-bore 2-stroke, reimagined for the modern era while honoring the spirit of Yamaha’s storied past.
Built to thrill riders with a combination of raw power and refined performance, the YZ500 delivers a heart-pounding experience for motocross purists and adrenaline junkies alike. Its newly developed 500cc 2-stroke engine boasts explosive acceleration, razor-sharp throttle response, and the signature sound and feel that made 2-strokes legendary. Lighter and more aggressive than ever, this edition is a tribute to the bikes that dominated tracks in the 1970s and ’80s.
The 70th Anniversary model comes dressed in a special retro-inspired livery—classic Yamaha racing colors with bold throwback graphics that harken back to iconic factory machines. Beyond aesthetics, Yamaha engineers have equipped the YZ500 with state-of-the-art suspension, optimized chassis geometry, and advanced materials to enhance stability, cornering, and control.
From the starting gate to the checkered flag, the 2025 YZ500 stands as a modern masterpiece rooted in heritage. Limited in production and destined to become a collector’s item, it’s more than just a motorcycle—it’s a statement. Whether you’re a seasoned racer, a diehard fan of 2-strokes, or a collector of iconic machines, the YZ500 70th Anniversary Edition is Yamaha’s boldest tribute yet to its enduring passion for performance.
Get ready to ride history—rewritten with smoke, sound, and speed.