Naked Motorcycles
2009Yamaha YBR250
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The 2009 Yamaha YBR250 is a lightweight naked bike designed for beginner riders and urban commuters seeking an affordable, reliable motorcycle. Its single-cylinder engine delivers modest but adequate power for city riding, while the simple air-cooled design ensures low maintenance costs. Known for exceptional fuel efficiency and durability, it remains a popular choice for developing markets and first-time motorcycle owners.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 138.0 kg
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Power
- 21.1 HP (15.5 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Best suited for daily commuting and light city riding rather than performance-oriented sport use despite its category label.
- Built for
- It has a relaxed, single-cylinder personality that favors smooth, low-effort riding over aggressive acceleration.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking high-speed thrills, serious cornering performance, or long-distance highway touring comfort.
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
- 21.1 HP (15.5 kW)
- Torque
- 20.7 Nm (2.1 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1529 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 74.0 x 58.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.8:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCI (digital)
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multiple-disc coil spring
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1360 mm
- Overall length
- 2025 mm
- Overall width
- 745 mm
- Overall height
- 1065 mm
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Wet weight
- 138.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 19.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 190 mm
- Oil capacity
- 1.50 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel double cradle
- Front suspension
- Telescopic forks
- Rear suspension
- Bottom link swingarm
- Front wheel travel
- 115 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Trail
- 105 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 282 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 130 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/80-M17
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-M17
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 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Seat height | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 19 L | 19 L | 19 L | 19.2 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 YBR250?
The 2009 Yamaha YBR250 has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha YBR250 have?
The 2009 Yamaha YBR250 has a Power of 21.1 HP (15.5 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha YBR250 have?
The 2009 Yamaha YBR250 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha YBR250?
The 2009 Yamaha YBR250 has a Torque of 20.7 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.3 ft.lbs).
How much does the Yamaha YBR250 weigh?
The 2009 Yamaha YBR250 has a Wet weight of 138.0 kg (304.2 pounds).
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