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 The XT225 was preceded and superseded by the XT250.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
ManufacturerYamaha Motor Company
Also calledYamaha Serow
Production1986–2007
SuccessorXT250
ClassDual-sport
Engine223 cc, Single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke, SOHC, 2-valves[1]
Compression ratio9.5:1
Power20 hp (15 kW)[2]
Torque19 N⋅m (14 lb⋅ft)
Transmission6-speed
SuspensionFront: telescopic, Rear: swingarm with rebound adjust
BrakesFront: 220mm disc, Rear: 110mm drum
Tires21 inch front, 18 inch rear
Wheelbase53.1 in (1,349 mm)
DimensionsL: 81.5 in (2,070 mm)
W: 31.7 in (805 mm)
H: 45.7 in (1,161 mm)
Seat height31.9 in (810 mm)
Weight238 lb (108 kg) (dry)
Fuel capacity2.3 US gal (8.7 l)
RelatedTTR225

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

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.
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