Yamaha YZ65 Youth 2027

Now available at Cycle Springs Powersports in Clearwater, FL: the 2027 Yamaha YZ65 Youth—a competition-focused youth motocross bike powered by a 65cc liquid-cooled 2-stroke engine with Yamaha Power Valve System, a close-ratio 6-speed transmission, fully adjustable KYB suspension, and lightweight YZ motocross chassis design.

Key Highlights

• Engine & Transmission: 65cc liquid-cooled 2-stroke engine with reed-valve induction; close-ratio 6-speed transmission with multiplate wet clutch
• YPVS: Yamaha Power Valve System helps deliver strong bottom-end torque, responsive midrange, and free-revving top-end performance
• Fuel System: Astemo Keihin PWK28 carburetor tuned for crisp acceleration and throttle response
• Ignition: Digital CDI system provides precise spark timing and monitors engine speed for responsive performance
• Front Suspension: Fully adjustable 36 mm KYB inverted coil-spring fork with 8.5' travel
• Rear Suspension: Fully adjustable KYB linkless single shock with 10.6' travel
• Chassis: Compact steel cradle frame paired with a lightweight removable aluminum subframe for neutral handling and convenient maintenance
• Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes with 198 mm front and 190 mm rear wave-style rotors
• Wheels & Tires: Maxxis Maxxcross SI tires with 60/100-14 front and 80/100-12 rear sizing
• Rider Fit: Four-position adjustable aluminum handlebar clamp, adjustable clutch and front brake levers, and a long flat seat designed to support rider movement

Specifications

• Engine: 65cc liquid-cooled 2-stroke; reed-valve inducted
• Bore & Stroke: 43.5 mm x 43.6 mm
• Compression Ratio: 8.1-9.6:1
• Fuel Delivery: Astemo Keihin PWK28 carburetor
• Transmission: 6-speed; multiplate wet clutch
• Final Drive: Chain
• Overall (L × W × H): 63.6' × 29.9' × 39.4'
• Seat Height: 29.7'   |   Wheelbase: 44.9'
• Ground Clearance: 10.4'
• Fuel Capacity: 0.9 gal   |   Wet Weight: 134 lb
• Front/Rear Suspension Travel: 8.5' / 10.6'

Lightweight construction, responsive 2-stroke power, fully adjustable KYB suspension, and race-focused YZ engineering make the YZ65 Youth a serious motocross platform for developing racers. Contact Cycle Springs Powersports in Clearwater, FL for pricing and current availability.