Motorcycle specifications YamahaWR 250 F 2025 Country versatility

Following in the footsteps of the cross YZ250F, and designed to tackle the most technical trails, the WR250F 2025 is thoroughly redesigned for 2025, ready to deliver decisive performance in a wide range of conditions.

Enhancements include a new timing chain to reduce frictional losses, an optimized double-beam aluminum frame for improved agility and rider feel, best-in-class KYB suspension for improved stability and shock absorption, greater power delivery thanks to a new high-efficiency air intake system, as well as a new compact fairing and a slimmer, flatter seat.

For improved handling, the WR250F's redesigned chassis is inspired by the design of the race-winning YZ250F model, while providing essential improvements for enduro riding at the highest level. The frame now features a 15 mm lower tank rail and a U-shaped profile at the rear. The connecting tube has also been lowered by 15 mm to lower the bike's center of gravity and improve stability and agility in corners.

In order to offer the rider as much feel and feedback as possible, particular attention has been paid to the shock absorption and lateral flex characteristics of the new frame, to deliver a smoother ride while reducing rider fatigue.

The new KYB fork, with a 10 mm shorter stroke, combined with the new KYB shock absorber, which is 10 mm lower, lowers the bike's center of gravity and reduces seat height for greater stability and agility.

What's more, the fork features a manual compression adjustment system for fine-tuning the suspension settings without tools, while reinforced dust seals and enlarged fork protectors offer better protection against dirt and debris, ensuring enhanced performance and durability.

As for the rear wheel, the WR250F features a new lightweight rear hub with three crossed spokes and a new 22 mm rear axle designed to improve feel during impacts and offer the rider better feedback.

To enhance power characteristics, the 2025 WR250F features a new high-efficiency air intake system, with a new air box that draws air from the rear of the machine via ducts in the new side panels, frame and tank. The new short muffler improves mass centralization and accentuates the bike's compact feel, while the revised ECU has been tuned to deliver smoother, more controllable power at low revs, as well as excellent mid- and high-speed performance.

The inverted-head engine, upgraded for 2025, also features a new, wider timing chain and optimized sprockets and runners to reduce frictional power losses.

In addition, the WR250F's redesigned fairing features 50 mm narrower covers, a slimmer fuel tank and a flatter seat to improve rider mobility during braking, acceleration and cornering. The new riding position leaves more space between the hips and feet, giving the rider more freedom for active riding.

The updated version of Yamaha's Power Tuner application enhances the WR250F's remote tuning system. The new "Quick Tuning" function allows the rider to modify engine settings and switch from a soft to an aggressive setting using a simple scroll bar on his smartphone, while traction control adjustments and the stopwatch function can be accessed with a few clicks on the screen.

A new starter motor, a lithium-ion battery and a practical multi-function switchgear have also been added to improve overall quality.

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