YAMAHA XT-250 (1984-Present) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha XT 250 was a dual-purpose small-displacement motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha over three generations. The first generation was released in 1980 and was a staple of back roads and farms. The bike starred in the 1982 First Blood movie, ridden by Rambo.

The second-generation model debuted in 1984, and due to emission regulations, the bike's output power was reduced to 17 hp at 7,500 rpm. In addition, the bike came with redesigned plastics and a more compact fuel tank.

In 1991, the bike was dropped from production but reintroduced in 2008 as a replacement for the Yamaha XT 225 model due to 250cc class popularity. In 2013, the US model received a fuel injection system that offered smoother power delivery and fewer emissions.

In 1984, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha XT 250, a dual-sports motorcycle that packed standard features, such as a high-mounted front fender, a small rectangular headlight, a one-piece dual seat, an engine guard, and wire-spoke wheels with off-road tires.

The bike's suspension system comprised a telescopic fork on the front and a swingarm with a Kayaba shock absorber on the rear, delivering optimum suspension performance and handling.

In the performance department, the 1984 Yamaha XT 250 had installed a 249cc four-stroke air-cooled single-cylinder engine fed by a Mikuni carburetor, delivering 22 hp with a peak force at 8,600 rpm.