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2008Yamaha WR250X

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The 2008 Yamaha WR250X is a lightweight supermoto designed for novice and intermediate riders seeking affordable street and trail versatility. Its nimble 250cc four-stroke engine and agile handling make it ideal for urban commuting and light off-road exploration, while the inverted forks and compact wheelbase deliver responsive performance in technical maneuvers.

Capacity: 250.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 127.0 kg
Seat height: 894 mm
Power: 38.0 HP (27.9 kW)

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Other years 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail55%

Cornering88%

City riding85%

Daily riding65%

Touring30%

Two-up30%

Track55%

Best for: Built as a street-legal supermoto for flickable urban riding and sharp cornering rather than outright speed or long-distance travel.
Built for: A playful, precise handler that rewards aggressive cornering lines and quick direction changes over raw horsepower.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders wanting high-speed touring comfort, big passenger accommodation, or serious off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 894mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2008 Yamaha WR250X, with a relaxed knee angle of around 140 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 250.0 ccm
Power: 38.0 HP (27.9 kW)
EPA CO Emissions: 5.7 CO g/km
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2992 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 77.0 x 53.6 mm
Compression: 11.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Direct ignition coil
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiplate

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1425 mm
Overall length: 2111 mm
Overall width: 810 mm
Overall height: 1191 mm
Seat height: 894 mm
Dry weight: 127.0 kg
Wet weight: 135.6 kg
Fuel capacity: 7.60 litres
Ground clearance: 259 mm
Oil capacity: 1.50 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Semi double cradle
Front suspension: Inverted fork
Rear suspension: Single shock
Front wheel travel: 269 mm
Rear wheel travel: 264 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 76 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 298 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 230 mm
Front tyre: 110/70-17
Rear tyre: 140/70-17

Other

Color options: Blue/white
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

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	2010	2012	2013	2015
Capacity	250 cc	250 cc	250 cc	250 cc	250 cc
Dry weight	127 kg	127 kg	127 kg	127 kg	127 kg
Seat height	894 mm	894 mm	894 mm	894 mm	894 mm
Fuel capacity	7.6 L	7.6 L	7.6 L	7.6 L	7.6 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATORJun 2015 · 15V410000

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 WR250X motorcycles manufactured June 1, 2008, to June 1, 2011 and 2008-2015 WR250R motorcycles manufactured June 1, 2008, to June 1, 2015. In the affected motorcycles, the insulation on the stator coil, a component of the alternator, may become damaged and short circuit to due insufficient heat resistance.

Risk: If the stator coil is not insulated, the motorcyle will not charge and the battery will go dead, causing the engine to stall which increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stator coil with one that has sufficient heat resistance, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2015. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926.

These recalls cover some 2008 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Yamaha recalls →