ENGINE -
The 249 cc, air-cooled, fuel-injected, SOHC, 2-valve, 4-stroke single produces easy to use power for daily commuting or exploring the back country.
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Electric starting.
- Fast, easy, no-hassle starting
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Single overhead camshaft (SOHC), 2-valve cylinder head.
- straight intake and exhaust tracts for excellent combustion chamber filling and discharge
- basic design for easy, less expensive maintenance
- utilizes easy to adjust conventional rocker arms & screw-type tappet adjusters
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Automatic cam chain tensioner.
- reduces mechanical engine noise and maintenance
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Direct ceramic composite-plated cylinder uses "liner-less" bores.
- ceramic coating sprayed directly on the aluminum block, eliminating the liner and reducing weight
- excellent heat dissipation for consistent power delivery
- coating enhances the thin film of oil between the cylinder and piston, reducing friction and increasing power
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Lightweight, short-skirt, forged aluminum piston.
- lightweight design means faster throttle response
- reduced mechanical vibration for excellent durability
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Lightweight, ball-bearing-mounted crankshaft.
- excellent durability
- fast engine response
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Engine counter balancer.
- reduces engine vibration to maximize rider comfort
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Multi-plate wet clutch is utilized.
- Clutch lever pull is light and easy.
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Easy-access element-type oil filter and drain plug for fast oil changes.
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33 mm Mikuni throttle body fuel injection system.
- system uses throttle position sensor (TPS)
- 10-hole injector for optimum fuel atomization
- fuel injection benefits include choke-free starting, steady idling during warm up, excellent fuel economy and reduced emissions
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2.8-litre air box
- located under the seat & utilizes an easy to access viscous (paper type) air filter
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Maintenance-free transistor controlled ignition (TCI).
- produces a strong spark for fast starts
- provides precise ignition timing / mapping for optimum engine performance at all rpm
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Wide-ratio 5-speed transmission with multi-plate wet clutch.
- optimized gear ratios for both on- & off-road riding
- 5th gear is an overdrive gear to reduce engine rpm at highway speeds
- clutch lever pull is light & easy
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Up-swept exhaust system
- exhaust note is quiet and environmentally friendly
- cleanable spark arrestor
- heat shields on header pipe & muffler protect rider & passenger from accidental contact
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Air Induction System (AIS)
- injects fresh oxygen into the exhaust port to insure complete combustion
- reduces harmful exhaust emissions
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CHASSIS / SUSPENSION -
Semi-double-cradle steel frame.
- overall "wet" weight of 132 kg (291 lb) makes the XT250 one of the lightest, most compact dual purpose machines on the market
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Rugged, box-section steel swingarm
- fitted with easy-to-use eccentric chain adjusters
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35 mm KYB fork with 225 mm (8.9") of wheel travel.
- soaks up the rough stuff, both on-road and off road
- rubber fork boots (gaiters) protect fork seals and tubes from dirt and grit damage
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Lightweight aluminum lower triple clamp reduces weight.
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Adjustable link Monocross rear suspension with 180 mm (7.1") of wheel travel.
- 20 mm (0.8") of threaded spring preload adjustability
- allows rider to adjust spring preload to match load or riding conditions
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Low 810 mm (31.9") seat height
- creates a low centre of gravity for added manoeuvrability
- inspires confidence by allowing most riders to put both feet on the ground
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285 mm (11.2") of ground clearance enhances off-road use.
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245 mm front disc brake with twin-piston Nissin caliper provides plenty of stopping power.
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203 mm rear disc brake is squeezed by a single-piston Nissin caliper
- rugged plastic rear caliper protector
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9.6-litre steel fuel tank
- in-tank electric fuel pump
- "reserve" portion of the tank is 1.8 litres (low fuel light illuminates)
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21" front & 18" rear DID alloy rims.
- excellent durability
- reduces unsprung weight for enhanced suspension performance
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Long, YZ-inspired seat.
- creates a balanced riding position with good rider mobility
- provides roomy comfort for both rider and passenger
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60/55-watt, enduro-style, halogen headlight
- small fairing helps reduce wind buffeting at highway speeds
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Compact digital instrumentation.
- functions includes: speedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, fuel reserve trip meter (counts kilometers since low fuel light illuminated) and clock
- other features include low fuel warning light, engine warning light and self-diagnosis function
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DETAILS - Serrated, folding steel footpegs
- Folding gear shift and rear brake lever tips
- Helmet lock
- Locking steering and fuel cap
- Passenger foot pegs and grab rails
- Durable "O" ring chain
- Oil level sight glass
- Flexible turn signals
- Rubber "boots" on brake and clutch levers help reduce mud and dirt damage/wear
- Low-maintenance, sealed battery (battery should be charged during winter storage)
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