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1989Yamaha TDR 250
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The 1989 Yamaha TDR 250 is a versatile dual-sport machine designed for adventurous riders seeking lightweight agility and practical everyday performance. Powered by a liquid-cooled 250cc twin-cylinder engine producing 50 horsepower, it excels at blending on-road capability with off-road exploration. The TDR 250 is best known for its manageable weight, forgiving handling, and reliable platform that made it ideal for novice and experienced riders alike.
- Capacity
- 250.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 153.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 50.0 HP
What’s new for the 1989 Yamaha TDR 250
vs the 1988| Spec | 1988 | 1989 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 250.00 ccm (15.26 cubic inches) | 250.0 ccm (15.26 cubic inches) |
| Power | 50.00 HP | 50.0 HP |
| Fuel capacity | 14.00 litres (3.70 gallons) | 14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons) |
| Compression | 9.0:1 | 5.9:1 |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A dual-purpose supermoto-styled machine built for playful, aggressive riding on twisty backroads with occasional light off-road capability.
- Built for
- A raw, revvy two-stroke twin with a power valve system that rewards riders who like to keep the engine spinning hard and the bike tipped into corners.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking long-distance comfort, a smooth low-rev powerband, or a stable relaxed touring platform.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 250.0 ccm
- Power
- 50.0 HP
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3268 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 56.4 x 50.0 mm
- Compression
- 5.9:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 161.0 km/h (100.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 100/90-18
- Rear tyre
- 120/80-17
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1988 | 1989 | 1990 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 250.00 ccm (15.26 cubic inches) | 250.00 ccm (15.26 cubic inches) | 250.00 ccm (15.26 cubic inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 14.00 litres (3.70 gallons) | 14.00 litres (3.70 gallons) | 14.00 litres (3.70 gallons) |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha TDR 250?
The 1989 Yamaha TDR 250 has a Capacity of 250.0 ccm (15.26 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha TDR 250 have?
The 1989 Yamaha TDR 250 has a Power of 50.0 HP.
How many gears does the Yamaha TDR 250 have?
The 1989 Yamaha TDR 250 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Yamaha TDR 250 weigh?
The 1989 Yamaha TDR 250 has a Wet weight of 153.0 kg (337.3 pounds).
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