Dual-Sport Motorcycles
1985Yamaha XT 250
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The 1985 Yamaha XT 250 is a lightweight dual-sport enduro bike ideal for novice and amateur riders seeking affordable off-road adventure. Its air-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers modest power suited to trail riding and learning, while the 125 kg weight ensures manageability across varied terrain. The XT 250 became legendary for reliability and accessibility in the dual-sport segment.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 122.9 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Power
- 17.0 HP (12.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM
What’s new for the 1985 Yamaha XT 250
vs the 1984| Spec | 1984 | 1985 |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 115.0 km/h (71.5 mph) | 112.0 km/h (69.6 mph) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built primarily for trail riding and light off-road exploration rather than speed or highway travel.
- Built for
- It has a simple, forgiving, and approachable character typical of an air-cooled single-cylinder trail bike from its era.
- Not ideal for
- It's not a good fit for riders wanting high speed, long-distance comfort, or a passenger-friendly touring setup.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 17.0 HP (12.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1383 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 75.0 x 56.5 mm
- Compression
- 9.2:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multiple-disc wet clutch
Performance
- Top speed
- 112.0 km/h (69.6 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1359 mm
- Overall length
- 2149 mm
- Overall width
- 805 mm
- Overall height
- 1161 mm
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Dry weight
- 122.9 kg
- Wet weight
- 125.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 8.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 284 mm
- Oil capacity
- 1.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Semi-double-cradle steel frame
- Front suspension
- 35mm telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Swingarm w/rebound-adjustable single shock
- Front wheel travel
- 226 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 180 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 107 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front brakes diameter
- 245 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes diameter
- 203 mm
- Front tyre
- 3.00-21
- Rear tyre
- 4.60-17
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 | 1980 | 1983 | 1985 | 1988 | 1990 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 123 kg | 123 kg | 123 kg | 123 kg | 123 kg |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 8 L | 8 L | 8 L | 8 L | 8 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha XT 250?
The 1985 Yamaha XT 250 has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha XT 250 have?
The 1985 Yamaha XT 250 has a Power of 17.0 HP (12.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha XT 250 have?
The 1985 Yamaha XT 250 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Yamaha XT 250 weigh?
The 1985 Yamaha XT 250 has a Dry weight of 122.9 kg (270.9 pounds).
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