2012 Yamaha YZ250 vs 2023 Kawasaki KX85

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2012 Yamaha YZ250 2012 Yamaha YZ250

Cross / motocross

Engine
Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
227.0 pounds
2023 Kawasaki KX85 2023 Kawasaki KX85

Cross / motocross

Engine
Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
75.0 kg
Full Specifications
General
ColoursBlue/White, White/RedLime Green
Warranty30 Day (Limited Factory Warranty)-
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (mm)381 mm290 mm
Height (in.)41.9 inches43.3 inches
Height (mm)1,064 mm1100 mm
Length (in.)85.7 inches72.0 inches
Length (mm)2,177 mm1830 mm
Ground Clearance (in.)15.0 inches11.4 inches
Seat Height (mm)993 mm830 mm
Wheelbase (in.)58.3 inches49.8 inches
Wheelbase (mm)1,481 mm1265 mm
Width (in.)32.6 inches30.1 inches
Width (mm)828 mm765 mm
Seat Height (in.)39.1 inches32.7 inches
Weights & Capacities
Fuel Capacity (l)7.95 litres5.00 litres
Fuel Capacity (gal.)2.10 gallons1.32 US gallons
Wet Weight (lbs.)227.0 pounds165.3 pounds
Wet Weight (kg)103.0 kg75.0 kg
Engine
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-strokeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Bore x Stroke (in,)2.6 x 2.8 inches1.9 x 1.8 inches
Bore x Stroke (mm)66.4 x 72.0 mm48.5 x 45.8 mm
Displacement (ci)15.19 cubic inches5.13 cubic inches
Displacement (cc)249.00 cc84.0 cc
Engine DetailReed-valve inducted-
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin PWK38SCarburettor. Keihin 28mm
Compression Ratio8.9:110.9:1
Engine LubricationWet sumpPetrol mix
IgnitionCDICDI with digital advance
StarterElectricKick
Valve System5-
Drivetrain
ClutchMultiplate, wetWet multidisc
Final DriveChainChain   (final drive)
Gearbox5-speed6-speed
Primary DriveConstant-mesh 5-speed-
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)11.8 inches10.8 inches
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)300 mm275 mm
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)12.4 inches10.8 inches
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)315 mm275 mm
Trail (mm)-97 mm
Trail (in.)-3.8 inches
Frame TypeHybrid steel and aluminum frame with a Controlled- Fill aluminum subframe and cast aluminum swingarmHigh-tensile steel perimeter design with subframe member
Suspension - FrontSpeed-Sensitive System inverted fork36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 20-way compression damping
Suspension - RearFully adjustable single shockUni-Trak® single shock system with 24-way compression and 21-way rebound damping, plus adjustable spring preload
Rake-29.0°
Electrical Systems
Lighting systemDual 30W Krypton multireflector Headlights and 3.9/0.5W LED Brake light-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)245 mm-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)250 mm-
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)9.8 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)9.6 inches-
Brakes - FrontSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc. Petal disc with dual-piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc. Petal disc with single-piston caliper
Rims-Wire spoked
Tyres - Front21/7-1070/100-17
Tyres - Rear110/90-19-