At the heart of the 2008 Yamaha XT250 enduro - offroad motorcycle, Yamaha relies on a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 74.0 x 58.0 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches) with a 9.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the XT250 measures 122.9 kg (271 lbs) dry. 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 1,359 mm (53.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 9.84-liter (2.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 18 indexed model years from 2008 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
810 mm (31.9 in)
Engine
Displacement249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke74.0 x 58.0 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionCDI
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Rake26.0°
Front Suspension35mm telescopic fork
Front Travel226 mm (8.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionSwingarm w/rebound-adjustable single shock
Rear Travel180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase1359 mm (53.5 inches)
Ground Clearance284 mm (11.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/70-21
Rear Tyre120/80-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø203 mm (8.0 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight122.9 kg (271.0 pounds)
Seat Height810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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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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