Yamaha XT 250

249cc, air-cooled, fuel injected, SOHC, 2-valve, 4-stroke single produces easy to use power for daily commuting or exploring the back country.

Electric starting.

• Fast, easy no hassle starting

Single overhead camshaft (SOHC), 2-valve cylinder head.

• straight intake & exhaust tracts for excellent combustion chamber filling & discharge

• basic design for easy, less expensive maintenance

• utilizes easy to adjust conventional rocker arms & screw type tappet adjusters

Automatic cam chain tensioner.

• reduces mechanical engine noise and maintenance

Direct ceramic composite plated cylinder uses “liner less” bores.

• ceramic coating sprayed directly on the aluminum block, eliminating the liner & reducing weight

• excellent heat dissipation for consistent power delivery

• coating enhances the thin film of oil between the cylinder & piston, reducing friction & increasing power

Lightweight, short-skirt, forged aluminum piston.

• lightweight design means faster throttle response

• reduced mechanical vibration for excellent durability

Lightweight ball bearing mounted crankshaft.

• excellent durability

• fast engine response

Engine counter balancer.

• reduces engine vibration to maximize rider comfort

Multi plate wet type clutch is utilized.

• Clutch lever pull is light and easy.

Easy access element-type oil filter & drain plug for fast oil changes.

33 mm Mikuni throttle body fuel injection system.

• system uses throttle position sensor (TPS)

• 10 hole injector for optimum fuel atomization

• fuel injection benefits include choke-free starting, steady idling during warm up, excellent fuel economy & reduced emissions

2.8 litre air box

• located under the seat & utilizes an easy to access viscous (paper type) air filter

Maintenance-free transistor controlled ignition (TCI).

• produces a strong spark for fast starts

• provides precise ignition timing / mapping for optimum engine performance at all rpms

Wide ratio 5-speed transmission with multi plate wet clutch.

• optimized gear ratios for both on & off road riding

• 5th gear is an overdrive gear to reduce engine rpm at highway speeds

• clutch lever pull is light & easy

Upswept exhaust system

• exhaust note is quiet & environmentally friendly

• cleanable spark arrestor

• heat shields on header pipe & muffler protect rider & passenger from accidental contact

Air Induction System (AIS)

• injects fresh oxygen into the exhaust port to insure complete combustion

• reduces harmful exhaust emissions

Semi-double cradle steel frame.

• overall “wet” weight of 132kg (291 lbs.), makes the XT250 one of the lightest, most compact dual purpose machines on the market

Rugged, box section steel swing arm

• fitted with easy-to-use eccentric chain adjusters

35mm KYB fork with 225mm (8.9″) of wheel travel.

• soaks up the rough stuff, both on-road and off road

• rubber fork boots (gaiters) protect fork seals & tubes from dirt & grit damage

Lightweight aluminum lower triple clamp reduces weight.

Adjustable link Monocross rear suspension with 180mm (7.1″) of wheel travel.

• 20 mm (0.8″) of threaded spring preload adjustability

• allows rider to adjust spring preload to match load or riding conditions

Low 810mm (31.9″) seat height

• creates a low centre of gravity for added manoeuvrability

• inspires confidence by allowing most riders to put both feet on the ground

285mm (11.2″) of ground clearance enhances off road use.

245mm front disc brake with twin piston Nissin caliper provides plenty of stopping power.

203mm rear disc brake is squeezed by a single piston Nissin caliper

• rugged plastic rear caliper protector

9.6 litre steel fuel tank

• in tank electric fuel pump

• “reserve” portion of the tank is 1.8 litres (low fuel light illuminates)

21″ front & 18″ rear DID alloy rims.

• excellent durability

• reduces unsprung weight for enhanced suspension performance

Long, YZ-inspired seat.

• creates a balanced riding position with good rider mobility

• provides roomy comfort for both rider & passenger

60/55-watt, enduro-style, halogen headlight

• small fairing helps reduce wind buffeting at highway speeds

Compact digital instrumentation.

• functions includes: speedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, fuel reserve trip meter (counts kilometers since low fuel light illuminated) & clock

• other features include low fuel warning light, engine warning light & self-diagnosis function

Serrated, folding steel foot pegs

Folding gear shift & rear brake lever tips

Helmet lock

Locking steering & fuel cap

Passenger foot pegs & grab rails

Durable “O” ring chain

Oil level sight glass

Flexible turn signals

Rubber “boots” on brake and clutch levers help reduce mud and dirt damage/wear

Low-maintenance, sealed battery (battery should be charged during winter storage)