| Attribute | Kawasaki KLR 250 2001 × | Yamaha TT-R 225 2004 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2001 | 2004 |
| Make | Kawasaki | Yamaha |
| Model | Kawasaki KLR 250 | Yamaha TT-R 225 |
| Category | Enduro / offroad | Enduro / offroad |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin CVK34 | Carburettor. 34mm Mikuni |
| Displacement (cm³) | 249 | 223 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 74 | 70 |
| Stroke (mm) | 58 | 58 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Fuel control | - | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | - | CDI |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc manual | - |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump | - |
| Compression | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Exhaust system | single steel | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | - | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | - | Single shock |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter (mm) | 120 | 220 |
| Frame type | steel | - |
| Front tyre | - | 80/100-21 |
| Rear tyre | - | 100/100-18 |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 230 | 229 |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 230 | 193 |
| Other | ||
| Color options | - |
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| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,415 | 1,372 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 117 | 117 |
| Seat height (mm) | 855 | 869 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 270 | 290 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 11 | 10.21 |