Cross - Motocross · 2023
YZ250
US$ 7899. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
MotoLibrary Score
46
/100
Balanced
Power/Weight
0.47 hp/kg
Torque
40 Nm
Engine
249 ccm
Engine
Displacement
249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine Type
Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details
Reed-valve inducted
Power
48.0 HP (35.0 kW))
Torque
40.0 Nm (4.1 kgf-m or 29.5 ft.lbs)
Compression
10.6:1
Bore x Stroke
66.4 x 72.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel System
Carburettor. Hitachi Astemo® Keihin PWK38S
Ignition
CDI
Lubrication
Premix
Cooling
Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Final Drive
Chain (final drive)
Driveline
Constant-mesh
Chassis
Frame Type
Semi-double cradle, aluminium
Rake
27.7°
Trail
122 mm (4.8 inches)
Front Suspension
KYB® Speed-Sensitive System inverted fork; fully adjustable
Front Travel
300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear Suspension
KYB® single shock; fully adjustable
Rear Travel
315 mm (12.4 inches)
Wheelbase
1481 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground Clearance
361 mm (14.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre
80/100-21
Rear Tyre
110/90-19
Front Brakes
Single disc
Front Brake Ø
270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear Brakes
Single disc
Rear Brake Ø
240 mm (9.4 inches)
Wheels
Dunlop® Geomax MX33 tyres
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.
103.0 kg (227.0 pounds)
Seat Height
975 mm (38.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height
1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Overall Length
2184 mm (86.0 inches)
Overall Width
826 mm (32.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity
8.00 litres (2.11 US gallons)
Oil Capacity
0.80 litres (0.85 US quarts)
Other
Starter
Electric
Color Options
Team Yamaha Blue
Warranty
30 Day Limited Factory Warranty
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Suspension
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Transmission
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Rider Profile
Who Is This Bike For?
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Intermediate
Requires some riding experience.
🌲
Best For
Off-Road & Adventure
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Seat Height
97.5 cm / 38.4 in
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Handling
Very lightweight — easy to handle
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