Whether it's the stunning acceleration, outstanding agility or adrenaline-inducing two-stroke sound, Yamaha's legendary YZ250 has built a massive following in the moto world.

On the track or on the trail, the exhilarating 250cc liquid-cooled engine provides an instant hit of power for holeshot-winning acceleration, while the exclusive Yamaha Power Valve System serves up plenty of torque in the low- to mid-range.

It's industry-leading KYB® suspension offers outstanding traction with plenty of feedback, and the slim bodywork and flat seat ease rider movement when braking, accelerating and cornering.

  • Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 2-stroke, reed-valve with YPVS
  • Displacement (cc)249.0
  • Bore x Stroke (mm)66.4 x 72.0
  • Compression Ratio8.9 - 10.6 : 1
  • Lubrication System Premix
  • Fuel Management PWK38S
  • Ignition CDI
  • Starter System Kick
  • Fuel Tank Capacity (L)7.0
  • Final Transmission Chain
  • Transmission Constant mesh 5-speed
  • Frame TypeAluminium controlled filled semi double cradle
  • Suspension Front Telescopic forks, 300mm travel
  • Suspension Rear Swingarm (link suspension), 315mm travel
  • Brakes Front Hydraulic single disc, 270mm
  • Brakes Rear Hydraulic single disc, 240mm
  • Tyres Front 80/100-21 51M Tube type
  • Tyres Rear 110/90-19 62M Tube type
  • Length (mm)2185
  • Width (mm)825
  • Height (mm)1290
  • Seat Height (mm)975
  • Wheelbase (mm)1485
  • Ground Clearance (mm)360
  • Wet Weight (kg)103