2012 Yamaha YZ250 vs 2023 KTM 250 SX

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 KTM 250 SX 2023 KTM 250 SX

Cross / motocross

Engine
Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
99.4
Full Specifications
General
ColoursBlue/White, White/RedOrange/white/grey
Warranty30 Day (Limited Factory Warranty)-
Dimensions
Seat Height (mm)993 mm958 mm
Seat Height (in.)39.1 inches37.7 inches
Width (mm)828 mm-
Length (mm)2,177 mm-
Length (in.)85.7 inches-
Height (mm)1,064 mm-
Width (in.)32.6 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1,481 mm1495 mm
Wheelbase (in.)58.3 inches58.9 inches
Height (in.)41.9 inches-
Ground Clearance (mm)381 mm354 mm
Ground Clearance (in.)15.0 inches13.9 inches
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (kg)103.0 kg-
Wet Weight (lbs.)227.0 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (l)7.95 litres7.20 litres
Dry Weight (kg)-99.4
Fuel Capacity (gal.)2.10 gallons1.90 US gallons
Dry Weight (lbs.)-219.1 pounds
Engine
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Bore x Stroke (in,)2.6 x 2.8 inches2.6 x 2.8 inches
Bore x Stroke (mm)66.4 x 72.0 mm66.4 x 72.0 mm
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-strokeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Displacement (ci)15.19 cubic inches15.19 cubic inches
Displacement (cc)249.00 cc249.0 cc
Engine DetailReed-valve inductedReed intake
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin PWK38S-
Compression Ratio8.9:1-
Engine LubricationWet sump-
IgnitionCDIVitesco Technologies EMS
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System5-
Drivetrain
ClutchMultiplate, wetWet, DDS multi-disc clutch, Brembo hydraulics
Final DriveChainChain   (final drive)
Gearbox5-speed5-speed
Primary DriveConstant-mesh 5-speed5/8 x 1/4´ chain.
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)11.8 inches12.2 inches
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)300 mm310 mm
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)12.4 inches11.8 inches
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)315 mm300 mm
Frame TypeHybrid steel and aluminum frame with a Controlled- Fill aluminum subframe and cast aluminum swingarmCentral double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel
Suspension - FrontSpeed-Sensitive System inverted forkWP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm
Suspension - RearFully adjustable single shockWP XACT Monoshock with linkage
Rake-26.1°
Electrical Systems
Lighting systemDual 30W Krypton multireflector Headlights and 3.9/0.5W LED Brake light-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)9.8 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)9.6 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)245 mm-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)250 mm-
Brakes - FrontSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Brakes - RearSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Rims-CNC machined hubs. Excel rims. Wire spoked. Dunlop Geomax MX 3S tires.
Tyres - Front21/7-1080/100-21
Tyres - Rear110/90-19-