At the heart of the 2018 Yamaha YZ250FX enduro - offroad motorcycle, Yamaha relies on a 250 cc (15.3 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 77.0 x 53.6 mm (3.0 x 2.1 inches) with a 13.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the YZ250FX measures 112.9 kg (249 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 965 mm (38 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,466 mm (57.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 7.57-liter (2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Standover Height
965 mm (38 in)
Engine
Displacement250.0 ccm (15.26 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTitanium valves
Compression13.5:1
Bore x Stroke77.0 x 53.6 mm (3.0 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Keihin® 44mm
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital transistorized (TCI / ECU)
LubricationWet sump forced lubrication
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMultiplate wet clutch
DrivelineO-ring chain
Chain Size520
Chassis
Frame TypeBilateral beam frame
Rake26.3°
Trail114 mm (4.5 inches)
Front SuspensionKYB® spring-type fork with speed sensitive damping; fully adjustable
Front Travel310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear SuspensionKYB® single shock; full adjustable
Rear Travel318 mm (12.5 inches)
Wheelbase1466 mm (57.7 inches)
Ground Clearance325 mm (12.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-21
Rear Tyre110/100-18
Front Tire Pressure1.0 bar (15 psi)
Rear Tire Pressure1.0 bar (15 psi)
Front BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Front Brake Ø270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
WheelsDunlop® AT81F tyres
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.112.9 kg (249.0 pounds)
Seat Height965 mm (38.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Overall Length2164 mm (85.2 inches)
Overall Width826 mm (32.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity7.57 litres (2.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity1.50 litres (1.59 US quarts)
Service & Fluids
Engine OilSAE 10W-40 / 10W-50 Synthetic 4T (API SN / JASO MA2)
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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