**BREAKING NEWS: Yamaha Unveils the 2026 YZ500 2-Stroke 70th Anniversary Edition — A Tribute to Seven Decades of Power, Passion, and Performance**
Yamaha has officially announced the arrival of the **2026 Yamaha YZ500 2-Stroke 70th Anniversary Edition**, marking **70 years** of groundbreaking innovation, racing dominance, and engineering mastery. This limited-edition masterpiece pays homage to Yamaha’s unparalleled legacy in motocross, blending classic two-stroke heritage with cutting-edge modern technology.
Built for riders who crave raw power and precision, the new **YZ500** stands as the most advanced production two-stroke ever developed by Yamaha. Featuring a **brand-new 499cc liquid-cooled powerplant**, lightweight **bilateral aluminum frame**, and state-of-the-art **Yamaha Power Valve System (YPVS)**, the machine promises explosive acceleration, razor-sharp handling, and that unmistakable two-stroke sound that defined generations of champions.
The 70th Anniversary Edition also showcases a striking **retro-inspired livery**, combining Yamaha’s iconic speed-block graphics with a bold pearl-white and racing-blue finish — a visual salute to the brand’s legendary race bikes from the 1970s and 1980s. Each unit will be individually numbered, featuring commemorative badging and a collector’s certificate of authenticity.
Racers and enthusiasts alike will appreciate advanced components such as **KYB SSS suspension**, **launch control**, and a redesigned **digital Power Tuner app**, allowing riders to fine-tune performance on the fly. Yamaha engineers promise that the YZ500 “captures the soul of motocross — pure, unfiltered, and built to dominate.”
Set for release in **spring 2026**, the YZ500 70th Edition will be available in **limited quantities worldwide**, solidifying its place as both a collector’s dream and a racer’s weapon.
As Yamaha celebrates seven decades at the pinnacle of off-road excellence, one message rings clear: **the legend of the two-stroke is not just alive — it’s reborn.**
