What category is the 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F?

The 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F has a Category of Cross / motocross.

What is the engine size of the 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F?

The 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F has a Capacity: of 249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F have?

The 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F has a Engine type of Single cylinder.

Is the 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F has a Cooling system of Liquid.

How much does the 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F weigh?

The 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F has a Dry weight of 96.5 kg (212.7 pounds).

What is the seat height of the 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F?

The 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F has a Seat height of 998 mm (39.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting..

Yamaha YZ 250 F - 2003 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F
Brand: Yamaha

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General information
Category	Cross / motocross
Model	Yamaha YZ 250 F
Year	2003
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Cooling system	Liquid
Fuel control	DOHC
Valves per cylinder	5
Bore x stroke	77.0 x 53.6 mm (3.0 x 2.1 inches)
Compression	12.5:1
Stroke	4
Engine type	Single cylinder
Capacity:	249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Wheelbase	1,475 mm (58.1 inches)
Ground clearance	382 mm (15.0 inches)
Overall width	827 mm (32.6 inches)
Overall length	2,165 mm (85.2 inches)
Overall height	1,303 mm (51.3 inches)
Seat height	998 mm (39.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight	96.5 kg (212.7 pounds)

Yamaha YZ 250 F dimensions and frame
Rear brakes diameter	240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes diameter	250 mm (9.8 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc
Rear tyre dimensions	100/90-19
Front tyre dimensions	80/100-21 51R
Rear suspension travel	315 mm (12.4 inches)
Front suspension travel	300 mm (11.8 inches)

Other specs
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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track80%

City5%

Cornering90%

Daily Riding10%

Touring5%

Passenger0%

Rider Profile

Best For	This is a competition-focused motocross bike best suited to intermediate and experienced off-road riders comfortable with a tall, firm, no-compromise machine.
Purpose	Built purely for motocross racing and off-road riding, excelling on dirt tracks, jumps, and rough terrain rather than pavement use.
Rider Fit	The tall seat height, lightweight chassis, and aggressive ergonomics demand good rider fitness, leg strength, and confidence standing on the pegs.
Character	A high-strung, four-stroke single that rewards aggressive riding with sharp handling, strong mid-range punch, and razor-quick direction changes.
Not Ideal For	Not suitable for commuting, touring, passengers, or riders seeking a comfortable, low-maintenance street-legal machine.

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

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2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 998mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with cannot reach comfortably on the 2003 Yamaha YZ 250 F, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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