How many gears does the 2027 Yamaha YZ250 have?

The 2027 Yamaha YZ250 has a Gearbox of Constant-mesh 5-speed; multiplate wet clutch.

What category is the 2027 Yamaha YZ250?

The 2027 Yamaha YZ250 has a Category of Motocross.

Yamaha YZ250 - 2027 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 2027 Yamaha YZ250
Brand: Yamaha

The Yamaha YZ250 continues as one of the last two-stroke motocrossers in Yamaha's lineup for 2027, powered by a 249cc liquid-cooled, reed-valve two-stroke single fed by a Keihin PWK38S carburetor through a constant-mesh 5-speed gearbox. At a claimed 227 lb wet weight, it keeps the light, high-revving character that two-stroke loyalists still seek out on the motocross track.

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General information
Category	Motocross
Year	2027
Model	Yamaha YZ250
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Capacity	249 cc
Final Drive	Chain
Gearbox	Constant-mesh 5-speed; multiplate wet clutch
Induction	Hitachi Astemo® Keihin PWK38S carburetor
Compression Ratio	8.9~10.6:1
Bore x Stroke	66.4mm x 72.0mm
Engine Type	249cc liquid-cooled 2-stroke; reed-valve inducted
Physical measures and capacities
Ground Clearance	360 mm (14.2´´)
Overall Height	1,290 mm (50.8´´)
Overall Width	825 mm (32.5´´)
Overall Length	2,185 mm (86´´)
Wet Weight	227 lb
Wheelbase	58.5 in
Seat Height	38.4 in
Fuel Capacity	1.8 gal

Yamaha YZ250 dimensions and frame
Trail	4.8 in

Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track90%

City5%

Cornering85%

Daily Riding8%

Touring8%

Passenger0%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to intermediate and expert off-road riders who understand two-stroke power delivery and motocross bike handling.
Purpose	Built purely for motocross track riding and competitive off-road racing, not for general transportation.
Rider Fit	Its ultra-light 103 kg wet weight and tall 975 mm seat height demand good rider fitness, standing-based riding skill, and reasonable leg length.
Character	A raw, punchy two-stroke motocrosser that rewards aggressive riding, precise clutch and throttle control, and delivers explosive mid-to-top-end power with razor-sharp agility.
Not Ideal For	Not suitable for commuting, highway travel, passengers, or riders wanting plush comfort and low-maintenance simplicity.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.