| Attribute | Honda XL 250 S 1982 × | Yamaha DT 250 MX 1982 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1982 | 1982 |
| Make | Honda | Yamaha |
| Model | Honda XL 250 S | Yamaha DT 250 MX |
| Category | Enduro / offroad | Trial |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
| Displacement (cm³) | 248 | 246 |
| Power (kw) | 12.4 | 11.7 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 74 | 70 |
| Stroke (mm) | 57.8 | 64 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Fuel control | Overhead Cams (OHC) | Membrane |
| Compression | 9.1:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Expanding brake | Expanding brake |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake | Expanding brake |
| Front tyre | 3.00-23 | 3.00-21 |
| Rear tyre | 4.60-18 | 4.00-18 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Kerb weight (kg) | 132 | 135 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 111 | 109 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 9.5 | 9 |