2022 Yamaha YZ250F vs 2023 Kawasaki KX85

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2022 Yamaha YZ250F 2022 Yamaha YZ250F

Cross / motocross

Engine
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
234.0 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
ColoursTeam Yamaha BlueLime Green
Warranty30 Day Limited Factory Warranty-
Dimensions
Height (in.)50.6 inches43.3 inches
Ground Clearance (mm)335 mm290 mm
Height (mm)1285 mm1100 mm
Length (in.)85.6 inches72.0 inches
Length (mm)2174 mm1830 mm
Ground Clearance (in.)13.2 inches11.4 inches
Seat Height (mm)970 mm830 mm
Wheelbase (in.)58.1 inches49.8 inches
Wheelbase (mm)1476 mm1265 mm
Width (in.)32.5 inches30.1 inches
Width (mm)826 mm765 mm
Seat Height (in.)38.2 inches32.7 inches
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (lbs.)234.0 pounds165.3 pounds
Wet Weight (kg)106.1 kg75.0 kg
Oil Capacity (Quarts)0.95 US quarts-
Oil Capacity (l)0.90 litres-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)1.60 US gallons1.32 US gallons
Fuel Capacity (l)6.06 litres5.00 litres
Performance
Mods from previous modelNew 2.15-inch wide rear rim paired with premium 110-width Dunlop® Geomax MX33 tire serves up increased traction. New lightweight rear hub, rear sprocket and drive chain reduce unsprung weight and driveline inertia.-
Engine
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Displacement (ci)15.26 cubic inches5.13 cubic inches
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-strokeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Bore x Stroke (mm)77.0 x 53.6 mm48.5 x 45.8 mm
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.0 x 2.1 inches1.9 x 1.8 inches
Displacement (cc)250.0 cc84.0 cc
Fuel SystemInjection. Mikuni, 44mmCarburettor. Keihin 28mm
Compression Ratio13.8:110.9:1
Engine LubricationWet sumpPetrol mix
IgnitionTCI: Transistor Controlled IgnitionCDI with digital advance
StarterElectricKick
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
ClutchMultiplate wet clutchWet multidisc
Final DriveChain   (final drive)Chain   (final drive)
Gearbox5-speed6-speed
Primary DriveConstant-mesh-
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)318 mm275 mm
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)12.5 inches10.8 inches
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)310 mm275 mm
Trail (in.)4.7 inches3.8 inches
Trail (mm)119 mm97 mm
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)12.2 inches10.8 inches
Frame TypeBilateral beam aluminum frameHigh-tensile steel perimeter design with subframe member
Suspension - FrontKYB speed-Sensitive System, inverted fork: fully adjustable36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 20-way compression damping
Suspension - RearKYB fully adjustable single shockUni-Trak® single shock system with 24-way compression and 21-way rebound damping, plus adjustable spring preload
Rake26.8°29.0°
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - FrontSingle disc. Hydraulic.Single disc. Petal disc with dual-piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle disc. Hydraulic.Single disc. Petal disc with single-piston caliper
RimsBridgestone® Battlecross tyresWire spoked
Tyres - Front80/100-2170/100-17