Yamaha Xs 250 Midnight Special 1981 Specifications

Complete specifications and review of the 1981 Yamaha Xs 250 Midnight Special

Yamaha Xs 250 Midnight Special 1981 Specifications

Specifications

SpecificationValue
BrandYamaha
ModelXs 250 Midnight Special
Year1981
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SpecificationValue
Year1981
Bore x Stroke55 х 52.4 mm
Capacity248 cc / 15.2 cu-in
ClutchWet multiplate with seven friction and six thrust plates
Compression Ratio9.3:1
Cooling SystemAir cooled
Dry Weight169 kg / 373 lbs
EngineFour stroke, 180° parallel twin, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Final DriveChain
FrameWelded tubular. Double cradle with single downtube
Front BrakesSingle 267mm disc
Front SuspensionTelescopic forks
Front Tyre3.00-18
Fuel Capacity14 Litres / 3.7 US gal
IgnitionCoil and cb
Induction2x 32mm Mikuni carburetors
LubricationWet sump
Max Power26 hp / 20.1 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque2.1 kgf-m / 15.2 lb-ft @ 8500 rpm
Rake27°
Rear Brakes160mm Drum
Rear SuspensionDual shocks, swing arm, 5-position preload adjustable
Rear Tyre120/90 x 16
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Seat Height770 mm / 30.3 in
StartingKick
Trail87 mm / 3.43 in
Transmission6 Speed
Wheelbase1375 mm / 54.1 in