Yamaha YZ 250X

Production years: 2016–2027
Brand: Yamaha

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YAMAHA YZ250X (2016-Present)

Selected year: 2027

Technical specifications

Engine capacity: 249 cm³
Power: 25 hp (19 kW)
Wet weight: 103.9 kg
Seat height: 975 mm

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Overview

The 2027 Yamaha YZ 250X is an Enduro bike from the YZ family, produced from 2016 through 2027. Its 249.0 cm³ engine is a single-cylinder two-stroke with fuel injection, making 25 hp (19 kW); wet weight is 103.9 kg.

The 975 mm seat height can make it harder for shorter riders to put both feet down, while the 103.9 kg wet weight helps keep low-speed maneuvering manageable. There is 360 mm of ground clearance, and the fully adjustable KYB suspension has 300 mm of front travel and 315 mm at the rear to handle uneven terrain.

Specifications

Engine

Bore x stroke: 66.4 x 72.0 mm
Engine capacity: 249 cm³
Compression ratio: 9.4:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Engine type: Single, two-stroke
Fuel system: Injection
Ignition: CDI
Starting: Electric

Performance and transmission

Power: 25 hp (19 kW)
Power weight ratio: 0.2397 HP/kg (wet)
Clutch: Wet multi-disc
Final drive: Chain
Gearbox: Manual 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual

Dimensions and weight

Fuel capacity: 6.8 L
Ground clearance: 360 mm
Overall height: 1,290 mm
Overall length: 2,185 mm
Overall width: 825 mm
Seat height: 975 mm
Wet weight: 103.9 kg
Wheelbase: 1,486 mm

Chassis and suspension

Frame: Aluminum
Front suspension: KYB® Speed-Sensitive System inverted fork; fully adjustable
Front wheel travel: 300 mm
Rake: 27.7°
Rear suspension: KYB® single shock; fully adjustable
Rear wheel travel: 315 mm
Trail: 122 mm

Brakes and wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Hydraulic.
Front brakes diameter: 250 mm
Front tyre: 80/100-21
Rear brakes: Single disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakes diameter: 245 mm
Rear tyre: 110/100-18

Model years

2019

Fuel capacity: 7.6 L → 8 L

2023

Seat height: 970 mm → 975 mm; Fuel capacity: 8 L → 6.8 L

2024

Seat height: 975 mm → 970 mm; Fuel capacity: 6.8 L → 7.6 L

2025

Seat height: 970 mm → 975 mm; Fuel capacity: 7.6 L → 6.8 L

Specification
Engine capacity	249 cm³	249 cm³	249 cm³	249 cm³	249 cm³	249 cm³
Power	25 hp (19 kW)	25 hp (19 kW)	25 hp (19 kW)	25 hp (19 kW)	25 hp (19 kW)	25 hp (19 kW)
Wet weight	103.9 kg	103.9 kg	103.9 kg	103.9 kg	103.9 kg	103.9 kg
Seat height	970 mm	975 mm	970 mm	975 mm	975 mm	975 mm
Fuel capacity	8 L	6.8 L	7.6 L	6.8 L	6.8 L	6.8 L

Pros and cons

Advantages

Electric starting
Electric start avoids the effort of kickstarting the engine.
Adjustable suspension
The fully adjustable KYB fork and shock let riders tune the suspension for different terrain and preferences.
Ground clearance
The 360 mm of clearance leaves room beneath the bike when crossing obstacles.

Things to consider

Tall seat
At 975 mm, the seat can make it difficult for shorter riders to get both feet down.
Chain final drive
The chain needs periodic cleaning and adjustment.

Rider fit

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Seat height: 975 mmInseam 78.9 cm

Seat height: 975 mm

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Estimated ground reach

Ground reach may be difficult

This seat may feel tall. A lower seat or suspension setup could make stops easier.

Seat height

975 mm

Approx. loaded height

945 mm

Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.