The Yamaha DS250 DragStar motorcycle specifications include a 249 cc (15.19 cu in) engine, power of 20.8 hp (15.2 kW) @ 8,000 rpm, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 160 kg (352.7 lb).
Key specifications
How the Yamaha DS250 DragStar compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Yamaha models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Yamaha database average.
About 61% lower than the Yamaha database average. Around the 34th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 55% lower than the Yamaha database average. Around the 37th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 14% lighter than the Yamaha database average. Around the 40th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 15% lower than the Yamaha database average. Around the 4th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 16% smaller than the Yamaha database average. Around the 39th percentile across Yamaha models.
Yamaha database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Yamaha specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
20.8 hp — more powerful than about 34% of Yamaha models with power data.
249 cc — larger displacement than about 37% of Yamaha models.
160 kg — heavier than about 40% of Yamaha models, or lighter than about 60%.
670 mm — taller than about 4% of Yamaha models.
11 L — larger than about 39% of Yamaha fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Yamaha average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Yamaha models where that dimension is available.
2,320
2,082
11% above average.
910
823
11% above average.
1,075
1,172
8% below average.
1,530
1,416
8% above average.
670
793
15% below average.
150
181
17% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 80/100-18 |
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| Rear tire size | 130/90-15 |
| Front tire width | 80 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 100% |
| Front rim diameter | 18 in |
| Rear tire width | 130 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 90% |
| Rear rim diameter | 15 in |
| Engine oil capacity | 1.80 L (1.9 US qt) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.130 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 130.0 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 83.5 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 0.74:1 (Undersquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 2012 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 249 cc (15.19 cu in) |
| Power | 20.8 hp (15.2 kW) @ 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 20.7 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.3 ft.lbs) @ 6,000 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 49.0 x 66 mm (1.9 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. BDS26 |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Starter | Electric |
| Oil capacity | 1.80 L (1.9 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multiple plate coil springs |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Double cradle |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm |
| Front wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rake | 35.0° |
| Trail | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tire | 80/100-18 |
| Rear tire | 130/90-15 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 160 kg (352.7 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 670 mm (26.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,320 mm (91.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 910 mm (35.8 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,075 mm (42.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,530 mm (60.2 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 11.00 L (2.91 US gal) |
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Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | 12V, 6Ah battery |
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| Lights | Halogen bulb 12V, 60/55W headlight |
Other specifications
| Color options | Midnight black, blue/white |
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| Seat | Dual seat |
| Comments | Sold in Japan. |
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