Dual-Sport Motorcycles
2012Yamaha Serow 250
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The 2012 Yamaha Serow 250 is a lightweight enduro bike ideal for beginners and adventure riders seeking an accessible off-road platform. Its air-cooled 249cc single-cylinder engine delivers manageable power with excellent fuel efficiency, while the compact frame and low seat height make it approachable for smaller riders. Built for trail exploration and everyday versatility, the Serow remains a popular choice for learning dual-sport riding skills.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 130.0 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Power
- 18.0 HP (13.2 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 Yamaha Serow 250
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18.0 HP (13.4 kW) @ 7500 RPM | 18.0 HP (13.2 kW) |
| Torque | 20.0 Nm (2.0 kgf-m or 14.8 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM | 19.0 Nm (1.9 kgf-m or 14.0 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
| Dry weight | 115.0 kg (253.5 pounds) | 130.0 kg (286.6 pounds) |
| Fuel capacity | 10.00 litres (2.64 US gallons) | 9.60 litres (2.54 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily as a lightweight trail and enduro bike for tackling technical off-road terrain rather than covering ground quickly.
- Built for
- A nimble, air-cooled single-cylinder trail bike that rewards playful, momentum-based riding over raw speed or highway cruising.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited for riders wanting high-speed highway touring, passenger comfort, or aggressive on-road performance.
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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Engine
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 18.0 HP (13.2 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 58 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 19.0 Nm (1.9 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 2.50 litres/100 km (40.0 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1385 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 74.0 x 58.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCI
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1360 mm
- Overall length
- 2070 mm
- Overall width
- 805 mm
- Overall height
- 1160 mm
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Dry weight
- 130.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 9.60 litres
- Ground clearance
- 285 mm
- Oil capacity
- 1.40 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Semi-double craddle
- Front suspension
- Telescopic forks
- Rear suspension
- Monocross
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 2.75-21
- Rear tyre
- 120/80-18
Other
- Color options
- White/maroon, black/white
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 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2015 | 2016 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 115 kg | 130 kg | 130 kg | 130 kg | 130 kg | 130 kg |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 10 L | 9.6 L | 9.6 L | 9.6 L | 9.6 L | 9.6 L |
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 Serow 250?
The 2012 Yamaha Serow 250 has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha Serow 250 have?
The 2012 Yamaha Serow 250 has a Power of 18.0 HP (13.2 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha Serow 250 have?
The 2012 Yamaha Serow 250 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha Serow 250?
The 2012 Yamaha Serow 250 has a Torque of 19.0 Nm (1.9 kgf-m or 14.0 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha Serow 250 weigh?
The 2012 Yamaha Serow 250 has a Dry weight of 130.0 kg (286.6 pounds).
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