Positioned in Yamaha's allround motorcycle lineup, the 2005 Yamaha XT 225 features a 223 cc (13.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 70.0 x 58.0 mm (2.8 x 2.3 inches) with a 9.5:1 compression ratio.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 810 mm (31.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,349 mm (53.1 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 8.7-liter (2.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2005 to 2007, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
810 mm (31.9 in)
Engine
Displacement223.0 ccm (13.61 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke70.0 x 58.0 mm (2.8 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Rake24.0°
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Travel226 mm (8.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionSwingarm w/rebound-adjustable single shock
Rear Travel191 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase1349 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground Clearance284 mm (11.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre2.75-21
Rear Tyre120/80-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø110 mm (4.3 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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