Scooters
2008Yamaha X-City 250
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The 2008 Yamaha X-City 250 is a practical automatic scooter designed for commuters and urban riders seeking comfort and fuel efficiency. Powered by a reliable 250cc single-cylinder engine with fuel injection, it delivers smooth, manageable performance ideal for city navigation. Best known for its accessible handling and economical operation, it suits riders prioritizing convenience over sport-oriented dynamics.
- Capacity
- 249.8 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 165.0 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Power
- 20.9 HP (15.4 kW) @ 7500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed primarily as an urban commuter scooter for weaving through traffic and easy daily transport.
- Built for
- A practical, no-fuss city scooter with modest performance but easy, relaxed handling.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited for highway touring, long-distance comfort, or any off-road use.
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
- 249.8 ccm
- Power
- 20.9 HP (15.4 kW) @ 7500 RPM
- Torque
- 21.5 Nm (2.2 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1267 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 69.0 x 66.8 mm
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Electronic ECU
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1470 mm
- Overall length
- 2175 mm
- Overall width
- 785 mm
- Overall height
- 1460 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Dry weight
- 165.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 173.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 10.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 165 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic std
- Rear suspension
- Swing engine + shock absorber
- Front wheel travel
- 100 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 105 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 270 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-16
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-15
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2014 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 250 cc | 250 cc | 250 cc | 250 cc | 250 cc |
| Dry weight | 165 kg | 165 kg | 165 kg | 165 kg | 165 kg |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 10.5 L | 10.5 L | 10.5 L | 10.5 L | 10.5 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 X-City 250?
The 2008 Yamaha X-City 250 has a Capacity of 249.8 ccm (15.24 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha X-City 250 have?
The 2008 Yamaha X-City 250 has a Power of 20.9 HP (15.4 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
What is the torque of the Yamaha X-City 250?
The 2008 Yamaha X-City 250 has a Torque of 21.5 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 15.9 ft.lbs).
How much does the Yamaha X-City 250 weigh?
The 2008 Yamaha X-City 250 has a Dry weight of 165.0 kg (363.8 pounds).
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