The 2008 Scorpa SY-250FR is a lightweight trial motorcycle designed for intermediate to advanced riders seeking technical off-road competition. Powered by a 249cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with computer-controlled ignition, it delivers precise handling and responsive performance across challenging terrain. Known for its exceptional maneuverability and trial-specific design, this machine excels in competitive trial events.
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Off-road & trail98%
Cornering40%
City riding5%
Daily riding5%
Touring3%
Two-up0%
Track10%
Best for
Built purely for competitive and recreational trials riding, tackling rocks, logs, steep slopes and technical obstacles at very low speed rather than for any kind of transportation.
Built for
A featherweight, highly responsive machine designed to pivot, hop and balance with precision, prioritizing agility and control over comfort or outright speed.
Not ideal for
This bike is not suitable for anyone wanting a comfortable seat, highway capability, passenger carrying, or long-distance touring.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Full specifications
Engine
Capacity
249.0 ccm
Power
24.9 HP (18.3 kW)
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.3320 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
77.0 x 53.6 mm
Compression
10.6:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Kick
Ignition
Computer-controlled Digital Ignition
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet multidisc, with hydraulic command
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1330 mm
Overall length
2023 mm
Overall width
840 mm
Overall height
1130 mm
Seat height
665 mm
Dry weight
75.0 kg
Fuel capacity
2.00 litres
Ground clearance
315 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Perimetric, mixed: 15CDV6 Steel pipes and 6082 forged Aluminium decks
Front suspension
MARZOCCHI Aluminium 40 mm hydraulic fork, adjustable compression and rebond damping, 177 mm axle travel
Rear suspension
SACHS adjustable hydraulic single damper, 165 mm wheel travel
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
182 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
150 mm
Front tyre
1.60-21
Rear tyre
2.15-18
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
Capacity
249 cc
249 cc
249 cc
Dry weight
75 kg
75 kg
75 kg
Seat height
665 mm
665 mm
665 mm
Fuel capacity
2 L
2 L
2 L
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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