Australian-delivered YZ250X models are fitted with an off-road kit that makes the bike eligible for rec rego in some states. The kit includes front and rear lights, handguards, horn, mirror, braided steel front brake line and number plate hanger.
The chassis features a lightweight aluminium double-cradle frame and swingarm, fully-adjustable KYB closed chamber USD forks and a fully-adjustable high-performance KYB rear shock absorber. The whole package has been specifically tuned for cross-country racing to deliver unmatched performance, along with light, nimble, and precise handling.
This two-stroke enduro racer is powered by the same 249cc, reed-valve inducted engine as Yamaha’s legendary YZ250X motocross machine. Features include a compact exhaust system for clearance on tight technical trails, and a race-ready wide-ratio five-speed transmission. Compression ratio, exhaust port, power valve timing, and model-specific CDI unit are all designed for improved trail performance, with a focus on delivering a wide, controllable power character.
Braking duties are handled by a large 270mm/245mm front/rear hydraulic disc brake combination with high-performance pad material for exceptional stopping power and controllability in tight wooded trails. Enduro-specific Dunlop Geomax AT81 tyres with an 18-inch rear have a taller sidewall for improved comfort and reduced pinch flats are fitted as standard equipment.
The 2020 YZ250X is available now at Yamaha dealers.
Specs
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 2-stroke, reed valve induction
Displacement (cc) 249.0
Bore x Stroke (mm) 66.4 x 72.0
Compression Ratio 7.9 – 9.4 : 1
Lubrication System Premix
Fuel Management PWK38S Keihin
Ignition CDI
Starter System Kick
Fuel Tank Capacity (L)8.0
Final Transmission Chain
Transmission Constant mesh 5-speed
Frame Type Aluminium control filled semi double cradle
Suspension Front Telescopic forks, 300 mm travel
Suspension Rear Swingarm (link suspension), 315mm travel
Brakes Front Hydraulic single disc, 270 mm
Brakes Rear Hydraulic single disc, 245 mm
Tyres Front 90/90-21 54M Tube type
Tyres Rear 110/100-18 64M Tube type
Length (mm) 2180
Width (mm) 825
Height (mm) 1285
Seat Height (mm) 970
Wheelbase (mm) 1480
Ground Clearance (mm) 355
Wet Weight (kg) 104
