1988 Yamaha FZR 250
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1988 Yamaha FZR 250 Specifications

  • Updated: 2023-03-20

General information

ModelYamaha FZR 250
Year1988

Engine and transmission

Displacement250.0 ccm (15.26 cubic inches)
Engine typeIn-line four, four-stroke
Power45.0 HP (32.8 kW) @ 14500 RPM
Torque25.0 Nm (2.5 kgf-m or 18.4 ft.lbs) @ 11500 RPM
Top speed180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)
Max RPM17000
Compression12.0:1
Bore x stroke48.0 x 34.5 mm (1.9 x 1.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemCarburettor. MIKUNI BDS26
Fuel controlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox6-speed
Transmission typeChain (final drive)
ClutchWet plate
Exhaust system4 in to 1 with EXUP valve

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeSteel
Rake (fork angle)25.5°
Trail88 mm (3.5 inches)
Front tire100/80-17 52H
Rear tire120/80-17 61H
Front brakesSingle disc. 4-piston calipers
Diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. 2-piston calipers
Diameter210 mm (8.3 inches)
Dry weight141.0 kg (310.9 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.3191 HP/kg
Seat height750 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height1120 mm (44.1 inches)
Overall length2010 mm (79.1 inches)
Overall width680 mm (26.8 inches)
Ground clearance135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheelbase1375 mm (54.1 inches)
Fuel capacity12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity2.00 litres (0.53 US gallons)
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