What is the advantage of a forged piston over a cast piston?

Forged pistons are made by heating aluminum and hammering it into shape. This process makes them stronger and more resistant to deformation under high heat and pressure compared to cast pistons.

What does the molybdenum coating do?

The molybdenum coating on the piston skirt helps to reduce friction between the piston and the cylinder wall. This can lead to improved performance and potentially longer engine life.

Can this piston be shipped to California?

No, this piston is not CARB approved and cannot be shipped to California due to emissions regulations.

Athena

Athena 03-24 Yamaha YZ 250 2T 71.96mm 2T Forged Racing Piston

Name: Athena 03-24 Yamaha YZ 250 2T 71.96mm 2T Forged Racing Piston
Brand: Athena
Price: 210.46 USD
Availability: InStock

$210.46

Fits 2003-2022 Yamaha YZ250. This forged racing piston from Athena is built for improved performance.

Key Features

Direct fit — verified for 2003-2022 Yamaha YZ250
Forged aluminum construction — stronger and lighter than cast pistons
Molybdenum coating — helps reduce friction for better performance
Galvanic coated cylinder included — designed to work with the piston

Fits this vehicle

Yamaha YZ250 2003-2022

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Product Details

Already running a performance setup on your Yamaha YZ250? This Athena forged racing piston is the next piece to consider. It's a direct replacement for your stock piston, but built with better materials for demanding use.

This piston is forged from aluminum, which is lighter than cast aluminum. It also comes with a molybdenum coating to help reduce friction. The kit includes the cylinder with a galvanic coating as well.