| There are few companies that can rival the | | | | |
| products of Yamaha Dirt Bikes--known for its | | | | TT-R125E: Yamaha totes this as the "small but |
| quality and superior work, this company | | | | mighty" bike and with good reason. Created |
| consistently creates what the public wants. | | | | with novice riders in mind, this has |
| And, of course, its dirt bikes are of no | | | | pushbutton starting and drum brakes. It's |
| exception. The Yamaha brand is one of power | | | | listed at $2,449. |
| and precision and is a constant favorite of | | | | |
| professional and amateur alike. | | | | TT-R90E (mini): Ever felt you were too short |
| | | | to compete? Think again. This bike features a |
| What astounds many riders, however, is the | | | | pushbutton electric start and a low seat |
| company's odd origins. Few can wrap their | | | | height for added ease with shorter legs. The |
| motocross minds around how a brand known for | | | | TT-R90E is priced at $1,699. |
| its dirt bikes could originally stood for | | | | |
| music. | | | | TT-R50E (mini): Want to give you child a dirt |
| | | | bike? This is a definite contender. Easy to |
| In 1888, Torakusu Yamaha founded the Yamaha | | | | maintain and even easier to use with a 49cc |
| Musical Instrument Company. It was a great | | | | engine and a frame perfect for smaller |
| success and, after only ten years, he joined | | | | riders, this $1,149 could be for you. |
| with other like-minded businessmen to create | | | | |
| the Nippon Gakki Company. Though Yamaha died | | | | PW80 (mini): For riders looking to transition |
| in 1916, his company was able to stand | | | | to a new bike, this could be perfect. The |
| natural disasters, labor problems and even | | | | PW80 has a 79cc two-stroke engine and |
| World War Two. Of course, the company's | | | | semiautomatic 3-speed transmission. Priced at |
| production had changed to fit the times--what | | | | $2,389. |
| was left of war time machinery was used to | | | | |
| create a new product: motorcycles. | | | | PW50 (mini): With a 49cc two-stroke engine |
| | | | and a fully automatic transmission, the PW50 |
| Since then, Yamaha Dirt Bikes has become a | | | | is a powerful but dependable dirt bike. |
| leader among the field, creating quality | | | | Priced at an affordable $1,899, this is a |
| products. | | | | guaranteed hit. |
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| Now, dirt bikes are leading the Yamaha way | | | | Yamaha Dirt Bikes - Motocross: |
| and, of course, there are many to chose from. | | | | |
| Whether you ride professionally or simply | | | | YZ450F: Built to race, the YZ450F is the |
| enjoy the thrill of racing your friends on | | | | ultimate lightweight contender, with new |
| back trails, there is a Yamaha dirt bike | | | | upgraded suspension and handling. The price |
| perfect for you. | | | | ranges from $6,899 to $7,099, depending on |
| | | | the style you buy. |
| Yamaha Dirt Bikes - Off-Road | | | | |
| | | | YZ250 (2-stroke): With a price tag of $6,199, |
| WR450F: Perfect for the serious rider, the | | | | this bike stands for power. It's already a |
| WR450F features a two position handlebar for | | | | winner of multiple competitions and with good |
| higher adjustment range, new enduro computer | | | | reason: speed sensitive system and |
| and reinforced swingarms for better handling. | | | | power-valve-equipped ripper. |
| It's priced at $6,799. | | | | |
| | | | YZ250F: For the racer in your family, |
| WR250F: With a 249cc, four-stroke engine and | | | | consider this dirt bike. With increased mass |
| improved fuel flow for strong reliability, | | | | centralization for better balance and |
| this Yamaha dirt bike is the essence of | | | | suspension reinforcements in the front and |
| quality. Priced at $10,449, the WR250F is for | | | | back, this $5,999 is a promise in perfection. |
| the serious racer. | | | | |
| | | | YZ125 (2-stroke): Named the 125cc Shootout |
| TT-R250: Even the most casual rider can | | | | Winner by "Dirt Rider", "Dirt Bike" and |
| appreciate this easy-to-handle, yet very | | | | "Transworld Motocross", this dirt bike has a |
| powerful, offering. The CD ignition system | | | | mighty heritage and ever mightier features. |
| never needs maintenance and the frame is | | | | Priced at $5,499. |
| designed for high impact. Priced at $4,499. | | | | |
| | | | YZ85 (2-stroke mini): Compact and |
| TT-R230: Created for superior handling and | | | | lightweight, this bike is designed for sharp |
| strength, the TT-R230 is excellent for any | | | | handling and superior maneuverability. |
| competition. Lightweight but stout, this bike | | | | Novices will appreciate its simplicity and |
| will go wherever you need. Priced at $3,299. | | | | its affordable price tag: $3,099. |
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| TT-R125L/LE: At an affordable $2,749, this is | | | | Whatever your experience or riding style, |
| the bike for the every-man. With excellent | | | | Yamaha Dirt Bikes have something for every |
| breaking abilities and stiffer suspension, | | | | enthusiast. |
| it's one of the most safe on the market. | | | | |