Engineered by Yamaha for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 1979 Yamaha DT 250F pairs a 246 cc (15 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 16 HP (11.7 kW) at 5,400 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through chain final drive. With a specific output of 65 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
The 9-liter (2.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 109 km/h (68 mph).
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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