Opinions on 2018 YZ Rims

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sickboy3636 7/11/2017 8:36pm
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I personally like the change. Like every change, people will start off hating and it will grow on em. But I applaud them for trying something new.
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dedi684 wrote:
The stock black ones on my 2016 look like shit so sure let's try blue
That's the spirit! As for the YZ 2 stroke line, lets embrace change!!! Even if it's only on the fashion aspect...... Now, out out of curiosity, I wonder what color the wheels will be in 2027 when Yamaha tries to wow us all with their "proven" 2 stroke line of Motocross weapons?? Purple perhaps? That color hue they've danced with before....
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Man its so much better than Black, I was a race the other day and pretty much every single bike had black rims except for 3 bikes, one guy had gold rims on both of his RMZ's and there was one random Honda with red rims. Blacks the most over rated colour for a set of rims, EVERYBODY HAS BLACK RIMS! do something different. Black rims look shit after about 50 Hrs anyway.

I'm thinking of buying a 2018 TC250 and I think one of the first things Ill do is get a set of different coloured rims.
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Radical 7/12/2017 3:46am
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SmokinJoe439 wrote:
Reminds me of the color matching bmx bikes of the 80's where everything from the tires to brake pads grips etc all matched.
And the 70's.

I'd like to see more color on the bikes.
Blue rims with maybe red hubs.
Or the other way around.
I would say anodize the frame too, but of the one's I've seen, very few look good.
There is an all black YZ though that looks rad!
http://www.vitalmx.com/forums/Moto-Related,20/Classy-YZ125-build,1298521

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sickboy3636 7/12/2017 5:17am
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Radical wrote:
And the 70's. I'd like to see more color on the bikes. Blue rims with maybe red hubs. Or the other way around. I would say...
And the 70's.

I'd like to see more color on the bikes.
Blue rims with maybe red hubs.
Or the other way around.
I would say anodize the frame too, but of the one's I've seen, very few look good.
There is an all black YZ though that looks rad!
http://www.vitalmx.com/forums/Moto-Related,20/Classy-YZ125-build,1298521
Don't wanna use anodize the frame.....#powdercoat.
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Slosh 112 wrote:
Man its so much better than Black, I was a race the other day and pretty much every single bike had black rims except for 3...
Man its so much better than Black, I was a race the other day and pretty much every single bike had black rims except for 3 bikes, one guy had gold rims on both of his RMZ's and there was one random Honda with red rims. Blacks the most over rated colour for a set of rims, EVERYBODY HAS BLACK RIMS! do something different. Black rims look shit after about 50 Hrs anyway.

I'm thinking of buying a 2018 TC250 and I think one of the first things Ill do is get a set of different coloured rims.
Man, so much hate on the black. I'm not gonna say everyone doesn't have it......but the truth is, black looks good. Theres just some things that aesthetically "work", and black seems to be one of em. Were you this butthurt about silver 15 years ago when evvvvvvveryone had silver. I'm all for change and I think the blue looks good......but black will remain a good look on a dirt bike.
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Blue rims are so 2013
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I like them. The seat though.... dont matter I always get a new seat cover on my bikes for better grip.
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Harry Backmon wrote:
As Guy B pointed out last month, those rims are most likely photoshopped. They are not that blue. I'm more a regular old silver rim guy...
As Guy B pointed out last month, those rims are most likely photoshopped. They are not that blue. I'm more a regular old silver rim guy myself, but I don't really have anything against the blue that Cooper is running - which is not as blue as the picture you've posted. In the end, does it really matter? They're not going to add any speed, power or tractability.
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Saw a post on instagram my buddy got a 2018 and it did indeed have blue rims
Thats not his point, his point is that they are blue but look a lot darker in the photo than whats true.
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And the 70's. I'd like to see more color on the bikes. Blue rims with maybe red hubs. Or the other way around. I would say...
And the 70's.

I'd like to see more color on the bikes.
Blue rims with maybe red hubs.
Or the other way around.
I would say anodize the frame too, but of the one's I've seen, very few look good.
There is an all black YZ though that looks rad!
http://www.vitalmx.com/forums/Moto-Related,20/Classy-YZ125-build,1298521
sickboy3636 wrote:
Don't wanna use anodize the frame.....#powdercoat.
I know hard anodize can actually make the frame stiffer believe it or not, but why not normal anodize the frame?
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dedi684 7/12/2017 11:37am
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dedi684 wrote:
The stock black ones on my 2016 look like shit so sure let's try blue
dadofagun wrote:
That's the spirit! As for the YZ 2 stroke line, lets embrace change!!! Even if it's only on the fashion aspect...... Now, out out of curiosity...
That's the spirit! As for the YZ 2 stroke line, lets embrace change!!! Even if it's only on the fashion aspect...... Now, out out of curiosity, I wonder what color the wheels will be in 2027 when Yamaha tries to wow us all with their "proven" 2 stroke line of Motocross weapons?? Purple perhaps? That color hue they've danced with before....
In their defense I sold two yz 250s and bought a 15 250sx. That was a big mistake back to yz for now.
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billyg371 7/12/2017 12:57pm
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Sheriff245 wrote:
What, already?
Mine isn't expected until august! I'm supposed to be first in line at my dealer too.
MX Culture wrote:
450 isn't due to hit dealers until late August. you are correct. 250f's hitting dealers now though. I posted one last week actually on my insta...
450 isn't due to hit dealers until late August.
you are correct.
250f's hitting dealers now though.
I posted one last week actually on my insta page.
at687 wrote:
Yes, my dealer got invoiced already this week and will have 1 this week(which is all mine!) Then the rest will be late July or first...
Yes, my dealer got invoiced already this week and will have 1 this week(which is all mine!) Then the rest will be late July or first week of August
Just got off the phone with Yamaha and was informed that there is a production delay on the 450s. Ship dates are tentative for September. Hopefully they come sooner than later, I have a bunch of these on order..
Sheriff245 7/12/2017 7:25pm
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The parts fiches came out today. Shouldn't take too long now.
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billyg371 7/13/2017 5:10am
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Sheriff245 wrote:
The parts fiches came out today. Shouldn't take too long now.
Parts fiches have been out for a week or so on 250s, 125s and some off-road bikes. Nothing yet for the 450 unless I'm looking in the wrong spot on the dealer site. Hopefully we know something soon!

Edit: 450 fiche only available on yamaha dealer site through pmpro. Dates for these bikes are all over the place, just checked this morning and it is now showing an available date of 8/28.
Sheriff245 7/13/2017 6:02am
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Sheriff245 wrote:
The parts fiches came out today. Shouldn't take too long now.
billyg371 wrote:
Parts fiches have been out for a week or so on 250s, 125s and some off-road bikes. Nothing yet for the 450 unless I'm looking in...
Parts fiches have been out for a week or so on 250s, 125s and some off-road bikes. Nothing yet for the 450 unless I'm looking in the wrong spot on the dealer site. Hopefully we know something soon!

Edit: 450 fiche only available on yamaha dealer site through pmpro. Dates for these bikes are all over the place, just checked this morning and it is now showing an available date of 8/28.
I saw the fiches on their parts catalogue app yesterday. True, other models have been available for a few weeks.

I also received an email yesterday from Rocky Mountain about oil filters on sale for the 2018 450.

Thanks for the update on availability date. Hope they don't delay too much, I can't wait to get mine!
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billyg371 7/13/2017 6:21am
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Sheriff245 wrote:
The parts fiches came out today. Shouldn't take too long now.
billyg371 wrote:
Parts fiches have been out for a week or so on 250s, 125s and some off-road bikes. Nothing yet for the 450 unless I'm looking in...
Parts fiches have been out for a week or so on 250s, 125s and some off-road bikes. Nothing yet for the 450 unless I'm looking in the wrong spot on the dealer site. Hopefully we know something soon!

Edit: 450 fiche only available on yamaha dealer site through pmpro. Dates for these bikes are all over the place, just checked this morning and it is now showing an available date of 8/28.
Sheriff245 wrote:
I saw the fiches on their parts catalogue app yesterday. True, other models have been available for a few weeks. I also received an email yesterday...
I saw the fiches on their parts catalogue app yesterday. True, other models have been available for a few weeks.

I also received an email yesterday from Rocky Mountain about oil filters on sale for the 2018 450.

Thanks for the update on availability date. Hope they don't delay too much, I can't wait to get mine!
I didnt even think to check that! Im usually just on the dealer site while looking parts up. Oil filters are looking to be the same as 14-17! So thats a good thing. Ill try and update in here as I find out more from them!. What dealer do you deal with up there? Im originally from Northeast PA.
Sheriff245 7/13/2017 10:48am
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billyg371 wrote:
Parts fiches have been out for a week or so on 250s, 125s and some off-road bikes. Nothing yet for the 450 unless I'm looking in...
Parts fiches have been out for a week or so on 250s, 125s and some off-road bikes. Nothing yet for the 450 unless I'm looking in the wrong spot on the dealer site. Hopefully we know something soon!

Edit: 450 fiche only available on yamaha dealer site through pmpro. Dates for these bikes are all over the place, just checked this morning and it is now showing an available date of 8/28.
Sheriff245 wrote:
I saw the fiches on their parts catalogue app yesterday. True, other models have been available for a few weeks. I also received an email yesterday...
I saw the fiches on their parts catalogue app yesterday. True, other models have been available for a few weeks.

I also received an email yesterday from Rocky Mountain about oil filters on sale for the 2018 450.

Thanks for the update on availability date. Hope they don't delay too much, I can't wait to get mine!
billyg371 wrote:
I didnt even think to check that! Im usually just on the dealer site while looking parts up. Oil filters are looking to be the same...
I didnt even think to check that! Im usually just on the dealer site while looking parts up. Oil filters are looking to be the same as 14-17! So thats a good thing. Ill try and update in here as I find out more from them!. What dealer do you deal with up there? Im originally from Northeast PA.
I deal with Sport Tardif in Vallée-Jonction, Qc
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I prefer silver rims. Ever seen a colored rear rim after its been mounted for a while. Riding in the sand takes the color off in a hurry. Other terrain with scratch them up also. Rocks really do a number on them. And your bike will not be any faster. Just sayin'....

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billyg371 wrote:
Just got off the phone with Yamaha and was informed that there is a production delay on the 450s. Ship dates are tentative for September. Hopefully...
Just got off the phone with Yamaha and was informed that there is a production delay on the 450s. Ship dates are tentative for September. Hopefully they come sooner than later, I have a bunch of these on order..
If this is true, I guess that explains the homologation delay for Webb to race an 18...
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twotwosix wrote:
If this is true, I guess that explains the homologation delay for Webb to race an 18...
Well according to the Yamaha order desk it's on a production delay. I handle all the motocross business at the dealership I work at amongst a lot of other things but hopefully it's not a long delay.
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twotwosix wrote:
If this is true, I guess that explains the homologation delay for Webb to race an 18...
billyg371 wrote:
Well according to the Yamaha order desk it's on a production delay. I handle all the motocross business at the dealership I work at amongst a...
Well according to the Yamaha order desk it's on a production delay. I handle all the motocross business at the dealership I work at amongst a lot of other things but hopefully it's not a long delay.
My dealer gave me a heads up this morning, should be getting them in early next week. I mentioned if he has heard of any production delays from Yamaha and he said no and confirmed with Yamaha on it. Crossing my fingers. I sold my 17 yz450 and only riding my yz 2 stroke at the moment which I can't complain but I sure do miss the thumper already
Sheriff245 7/14/2017 6:32pm
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billyg371 wrote:
Well according to the Yamaha order desk it's on a production delay. I handle all the motocross business at the dealership I work at amongst a...
Well according to the Yamaha order desk it's on a production delay. I handle all the motocross business at the dealership I work at amongst a lot of other things but hopefully it's not a long delay.
I had my dealer check with Yamaha Canada this morning. Official word at the moment would be limited quantity to hit dealerships 08/21, and the rest of the first production run mid-October.
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I was told today from my dealer yamaha said 2 weeks, I guess we will see!
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dadofagun wrote:
It's real simple.... For 2018, if you were to purchase a new Yamaha, it's gonna have blue rims. To hell with the shade, hue, shine, gloss...
It's real simple.... For 2018, if you were to purchase a new Yamaha, it's gonna have blue rims. To hell with the shade, hue, shine, gloss..... the fuckers are blue. Now, should said shade of blue not tickle your fancy, there is a plethora of companies offering the aforementioned products in a color that should be able to please...... Good luck.
Or, you could buy the white one with black wheels if you are looking at a 250 or 450f. Yamaha, unlike the rest of the oem's gives you a color choice.

The 450 will start showing up in the next two weeks.
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billyg371 7/15/2017 7:15am
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at687 wrote:
My dealer gave me a heads up this morning, should be getting them in early next week. I mentioned if he has heard of any production...
My dealer gave me a heads up this morning, should be getting them in early next week. I mentioned if he has heard of any production delays from Yamaha and he said no and confirmed with Yamaha on it. Crossing my fingers. I sold my 17 yz450 and only riding my yz 2 stroke at the moment which I can't complain but I sure do miss the thumper already
Let me know if they get them in next week! California might have them sooner. Im clear across the country on the beaches of North Carolina. I sure hope they show up soon. I have a bunch sold (including mine Woohoo )
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bgpn35 7/15/2017 8:22am
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Let me know if they get them in next week! California might have them sooner. Im clear across the country on the beaches of North Carolina...
Let me know if they get them in next week! California might have them sooner. Im clear across the country on the beaches of North Carolina. I sure hope they show up soon. I have a bunch sold (including mine Woohoo )
Yep, I'm in charlotte so I might get mine before you get yours! Haha it's a little closer to cali
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twotwosix wrote:
If this is true, I guess that explains the homologation delay for Webb to race an 18...
Minus rumors or here-say, were there any official statements saying that Yamaha was going to homologate it early? Just curious.
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billyg371 7/15/2017 11:51am
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Yep, I'm in charlotte so I might get mine before you get yours! Haha it's a little closer to cali
hahah its possible! I used to work at a dealer in mooresville, Im pretty sure you came in there before. Who do you deal with over that way?
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hahah its possible! I used to work at a dealer in mooresville, Im pretty sure you came in there before. Who do you deal with over...
hahah its possible! I used to work at a dealer in mooresville, Im pretty sure you came in there before. Who do you deal with over that way?
Full throttle in Gastonia. Did you work at interstate cycle?

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