.

Yamaha RD 250

.  

Make Model

Yamaha RD 250

Year

1972

Engine

Two stroke, torque induction, parallel twin

Capacity

247 cc / 15.0 cu-in
Bore x Stroke 54 х 54 mm
Cooling System Air cooled
Compression Ratio 6.7:1
Lubrication Autolube

Induction

2x  Mikuni VM28 SC carburetor

Ignition 

Battery and coil with breaker points 
Starting Kick

Max Power

30 hp / 22.3 kW @ 7500 rpm

Max Torque

21 lb-ft / 2.9 kgf-m @ 7000 rpm
Clutch Wet multi-plate

Transmission

6 Speed 
Final Drive Chain
Gear Ratio 1st 19.67  /  2nd 13.6  /  3rd 10.08  4th 7.59 /  5th 6.79  /  6th 6.01

Front Suspension

Telescopic forks

Rear Suspension

Dual shocks

Front Brakes

Drum

Rear Brakes

Drum

Front Tyre

3.00S-18-4PR

Rear Tyre

3.50S-18-4PR
Dimensions Length 2030 mm / 79.9 in
Width 830 mm / 32.6 in
Height 1085 mm / 42.7 in
Wheelbase 1325 mm / 52.1 in
Ground Clearance 150 mm / 5.9 in

Dry Weight

152 kg  /  335 lbs

Fuel Capacity 

16.5 Liters   /  4.2 US gal

Road Test

1974 RD 250 Group Test
.