Positioned in Yamaha's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Yamaha X-City 250 relies on a 249.8 cc (15.2 cu in) single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 20.9 HP (15.3 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 21.5 Nm (15.9 lb-ft) at 5,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox. With a specific output of 83.7 HP per liter and a 1,700 rpm working window between peak torque (5,800 rpm) and peak power (7,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the X-City 250 measures 165 kg (364 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.89 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,470 mm (57.9 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 10.5-liter (2.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 8 indexed model years from 2008 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
83.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.13 HP/kg (7.89 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,800–7,500 rpm
Standover Height
790 mm (31.1 in)
Engine
Displacement249.8 ccm (15.24 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power20.9 HP (15.3 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque21.5 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 15.9 ft.lbs) @ 5800 RPM
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke69.0 x 66.8 mm (2.7 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Fuel Injection System
IgnitionElectronic ECU
LubricationWet sump
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Chassis
Frame Type-
Front SuspensionTelescopic std
Rear SuspensionSwing engine + shock absorber
Wheelbase1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground Clearance165 mm (6.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-16
Rear Tyre140/70-15
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight165.0 kg (363.8 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1267 HP/kg
Seat Height790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Transmission
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