The Yamaha XT 225 Serow motorcycle specifications include a 223 cc (13.61 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 121 kg (266.8 lb).
Key specifications
How the Yamaha XT 225 Serow 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 59% lower than the Yamaha database average. Around the 31st percentile across Yamaha models.
About 35% lighter than the Yamaha database average. Around the 22nd percentile across Yamaha models.
Very close to the Yamaha database average. Around the 66th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 17% smaller than the Yamaha database average. Around the 36th 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.
223 cc — larger displacement than about 31% of Yamaha models.
121 kg — heavier than about 22% of Yamaha models, or lighter than about 78%.
810 mm — taller than about 66% of Yamaha models.
10.8 L — larger than about 36% 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.
2,070
2,082
Close to average.
805
823
Close to average.
1,160
1,172
Close to average.
810
793
Close to average.
285
181
58% above average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 2.75-21 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 120/80-18 |
| Rear tire width | 120 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 80% |
| Rear rim diameter | 18 in |
| Engine oil capacity | 1.30 L (1.37 US qt) |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.21:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Category | Allround |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 223 cc (13.61 cu in) |
| Bore × stroke | 70.0 x 58 mm (2.8 x 2.3 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. 35mm MIKUNI |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
| Oil capacity | 1.30 L (1.37 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
Chassis and suspension
| Front suspension | Telescopic Fork |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Swingarm (link suspension) |
| Front wheel travel | 226 mm (8.9 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tire | 2.75-21 |
| Rear tire | 120/80-18 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 121 kg (266.8 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 810 mm (31.9 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,070 mm (81.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 805 mm (31.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,160 mm (45.7 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 285 mm (11.2 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 10.80 L (2.85 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Reserve fuel capacity | 2.00 L (0.53 US gal) |
Performance
| Top speed | 135.0 km/h (83.9 mph) |
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Other specifications
| Color options | White/Green, White/Red, White/Blue |
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Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Yamaha models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Yamaha information before relying on them. Visit the official Yamaha website.