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 The XT225 was preceded and superseded by the XT250.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
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
TiresFront: 21 inch
Rear: 18 inch
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)
RelatedTT-R225

(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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