OFFICIAL RELEASE The 2025 Yamaha 70th edition YZ500 2- stroke is here in yellow color and it’s set to retail for $8,999 in the U.S. It will arrive in selected European dealerships starting in 1st July 2025, reach North America in August, and subsequently expand to the rest of the world. A special logo has been created under the theme “Everything Begins with a Challenge.” This design draws inspiration from…Read More ⬇️
OFFICIAL RELEASE: The 2025 Yamaha 70th Anniversary YZ500 2-Stroke Unveiled
Yamaha has officially unveiled the highly anticipated 2025 YZ500 2-Stroke 70th Anniversary Edition, celebrating seven decades of innovation, performance, and racing heritage. Clad in a striking classic yellow livery, the YZ500 pays tribute to Yamaha’s deep-rooted history in motocross and its enduring legacy in the world of two-stroke performance machines.
This limited-edition model will retail for $8,999 in the United States and marks Yamaha’s continued commitment to two-stroke enthusiasts across the globe. The YZ500 will first become available in select European dealerships on July 1, 2025, followed by its arrival in North American markets in August. A global rollout will take place soon after, making this commemorative bike accessible to fans and collectors worldwide.
What makes this edition truly special—beyond its iconic yellow styling—is the exclusive 70th Anniversary logo, built around the theme: “Everything Begins with a Challenge.” This powerful slogan not only reflects Yamaha’s competitive spirit but also honors the company’s relentless pursuit of excellence since its founding in 1955. The logo design itself draws inspiration from the racing number plates used in Yamaha’s first-ever motorcycle competition, creating a strong visual and historical connection to the brand’s earliest racing days.
The commemorative logo will be prominently featured throughout the year in Yamaha’s marketing campaigns, event displays, and official merchandise, reinforcing the celebration of this historic milestone across all touchpoints.
Mechanically, the YZ500 remains a performance powerhouse, showcasing a refined two-stroke engine that delivers the raw, responsive power riders have come to love. With its lightweight chassis, improved suspension setup, and updated ergonomics, the 2025 model is not just a tribute to the past—it’s a thoroughly modern motocross machine built for today’s competitive riders.
The combination of vintage aesthetics and cutting-edge engineering makes the 2025 YZ500 a standout in both form and function. Whether you’re a dedicated racer, weekend warrior, or Yamaha collector, this anniversary edition offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of motorcycle history.
