The Yamaha WR250F is a 2023 enduro/offroad motorcycle that boasts a distinct rearward-slanted cylinder design with a rear exhaust and forward-mounted intake system. The bike features a new bilateral beam aluminum frame derived from the YZ250F, but tuned for enduro riding. The engine has all the updates found in the race-focused YZ250F, including a straight intake tract, aggressive cam profiles, high-compression “box bridge” piston design with DLC-coated piston pin, and more. The WR250F’s cylinder head works with the frame geometry for optimized weight distribution. The bike has a 250.0 ccm (15.26 cubic inches) rearward-slanted cylinder, single cylinder, four-stroke engine with a 13.8:1 compression ratio and a Mikuni 44mm injection system. It has a 6-speed transmission, chain final drive, and a multiplate wet clutch. The bike has a KYB spring-type fork with speed-sensitive damping that is fully adjustable and a KYB single shock that is also fully adjustable. The front and rear brakes are single disc hydraulic with Dunlop MX3S tires. The bike weighs 115.2 kg (254.0 pounds) and has a seat height of 955 mm (37.6 inches) at the lowest setting. The bike has a team Yamaha blue color scheme and an LCD meter with two modes: standard and race. It also has a lithium battery and comes with a 30-day limited factory warranty. The Yamaha WR250F is priced at US$ 8899, but the MSRP depends on the country, taxes, accessories, etc. Overall, the Yamaha WR250F is a powerful and versatile motorcycle that is perfect for off-road enthusiasts who want a bike that can handle any terrain.
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Last updated: 2026-02-09.