2014 Yamaha XT250, LIKE A NEW BIKE!!! 2014 Yamaha XT®250 GO WHERE YOU WANT. The electric stars, fuel injected XT®250 is the bike for the person who wants the versatility to go wherever the road or trail might take them. Light and nimble with a low seat height and legendary Yamaha durability, the XT® is the perfect traveling companion. Key Features May Include: Long-travel suspension and more than 11.2 inches of ground clearance live under a seat only 31.9 inches from the ground. The XT250 has fuel injection for smooth throttle response and easy starting in nearly all conditions. Electric start makes firing up the 249cc four-stroke effortless. 245mm front disc and 203mm rear disc brakes combine to deliver superb stopping power on both paved and unpaved surfaces. 249cc air-cooled four-stroke with 9.5:1 compression makes for great on- and off-road performance. The XT250 has fuel injection for smooth throttle response and easy starting in nearly all conditions. A semi-double-cradle steel frame achieves a lighter, nimbler feel through greater mass centralization. Greater lateral and torsional rigidity and reduced weight of the lower frame parts help produce light, stable handling. The front fork has 8.9 inches of travel to soak up the rough stuff, both on-road and off. An aluminum lower triple clamp keeps the weight down. Maximum turning angle of the handlebar is 51 degrees almost like a trials machine. Combined with a short wheelbase of only 53.5 inches, the XT250 has a super-tight turning radius for excellent maneuverability.