Motocross Bikes
2005Yamaha YZ250F
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The 2005 Yamaha YZ250F is a lightweight four-stroke motocross machine designed for intermediate to advanced amateur and semi-professional riders. Known for its responsive power delivery and exceptional handling characteristics, it dominated the 250F class with its reliable liquid-cooled engine and competitive performance on both outdoor and supercross tracks.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 94.9 kg
- Seat height
- 991 mm
- Power
- 24.9 HP (18.3 kW)
What’s new for the 2005 Yamaha YZ250F
vs the 2004| Spec | 2004 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 97.0 kg (213.8 pounds) | 94.9 kg (209.2 pounds) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic Fork | 48mm Kayaba inverted cartridge fork w/adjustable compression and rebound damping |
| Rear suspension | Swing arm (linked type monocross) | Kayaba single shock w/adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping separate hi/lo-speed compression adjusters |
| Compression | 12.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for motocross racing and off-road riding, excelling on dirt tracks, jumps, and rough terrain rather than pavement use.
- Built for
- A high-strung, four-stroke single that rewards aggressive riding with sharp handling, strong mid-range punch, and razor-quick direction changes.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for commuting, touring, passengers, or riders seeking a comfortable, low-maintenance street-legal machine.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usEngine
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 24.9 HP (18.3 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2624 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 77.0 x 53.6 mm
- Compression
- 9.1:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 1
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multiplate, wet
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1486 mm
- Overall length
- 2182 mm
- Overall width
- 828 mm
- Overall height
- 1308 mm
- Seat height
- 991 mm
- Dry weight
- 94.9 kg
- Wet weight
- 102.5 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 6.80 litres
- Ground clearance
- 381 mm
- Oil capacity
- 1.20 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 48mm Kayaba inverted cartridge fork w/adjustable compression and rebound damping
- Rear suspension
- Kayaba single shock w/adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping separate hi/lo-speed compression adjusters
- Front wheel travel
- 300 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 315 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.1°
- Trail
- 119 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 245 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/80-21
- Rear tyre
- 110/90-19
Other
- Color options
- Team Yamaha Blue/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 | 2002 | 2005 | 2008 | 2015 | 2021 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 250 cc | 250 cc | 250 cc | 250 cc |
| Dry weight | 97 kg | 95 kg | 93 kg | 93 kg | 93 kg | 93 kg |
| Seat height | 998 mm | 991 mm | 986 mm | 965 mm | 970 mm | 970 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.8 L | 6.8 L | 6.8 L | 6.1 L | 6.1 L | 6.1 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 YZ250F?
The 2005 Yamaha YZ250F has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha YZ250F have?
The 2005 Yamaha YZ250F has a Power of 24.9 HP (18.3 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha YZ250F have?
The 2005 Yamaha YZ250F has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Yamaha YZ250F weigh?
The 2005 Yamaha YZ250F has a Dry weight of 94.9 kg (209.2 pounds).
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