Yamaha XT225

The Yamaha XT225, or known in some markets as the Yamaha Serow, was a dual-sport motorcycle produced by Yamaha from 1986 to 2007. The XT225 was preceded and superseded by the XT250. Power is supplied by a 223cc single-cylinder, air-cooled four-stroke engine featuring a SOHC and 2 valves.[1] The engine produces 15 kW of power and 19Nm of torque.[2] The XT225 has a reputation for being a lightweight dual-purpose motorcycle which is suited to many applications.[3][4]

Yamaha XT225

Manufacturer	Yamaha Motor Company
Also called	Yamaha Serow
Production	1986–2007
Successor	XT250
Class	Dual-sport
Engine	223 cc, Single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke, SOHC, 2-valves[1]
Compression ratio	9.5:1
Power	20 hp (15 kW)[2]
Torque	19 N⋅m (14 lb⋅ft)
Transmission	6-speed
Suspension	Front: telescopic, Rear: swingarm with rebound adjust
Brakes	Front: 220mm disc, Rear: 110mm drum
Tires	21 inch front, 18 inch rear
Wheelbase	53.1 in (1,349 mm)
Dimensions	L: 81.5 in (2,070 mm) W: 31.7 in (805 mm) H: 45.7 in (1,161 mm)
Seat height	31.9 in (810 mm)
Weight	238 lb (108 kg) (dry)
Fuel capacity	2.3 US gal (8.7 l)
Related	TTR225

(For the origin of the name, see serow.)

External links

• http://global.yamaha-motor.com/showroom/cp/collection/serow225_xt225/

References

1. Yamaha Motors. "2007 XT225". Retrieved 2012-01-08.
2. Zaharan Razak. "RTW On A Yamaha Serow 225WE: Against Conventional Wisdom?". Retrieved 2012-01-08.
3. MO Staff (1997). "Yamaha XT225. Beginner Bike, or Dual-Sport Bargain?". Retrieved 2012-01-08.
4. xtserow.co.uk. "About XT SEROW.CO.UK". Retrieved 2012-01-08.