250 Raider LC

1985 Fantic 250 Raider LC Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Fantic for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 1985 Fantic 250 Raider LC pairs a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 25 HP (18.2 kW) at 6,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 100.4 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the 250 Raider LC measures 134 kg (295 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.19 HP/kg (5.36 kg per horsepower). The 14-liter (3.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 122 km/h (76 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Fantic archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1985 to 1986, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.