Difference between revisions of "Yamaha RZ250R"
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|manufacturer = Yamaha | |manufacturer = Yamaha | ||
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|production = 1984 - | |production = 1984 - 1985 | ||
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|class = | |class = Sport Bike | ||
|engine = Two | |engine = Liquid Cooled, Two Stroke, Parallel Twin Cylinder | ||
|bore_stroke = | |bore_stroke = | ||
|compression = 6.2 :1 | |compression = 6.2 :1 | ||
|top_speed = | |top_speed = | ||
|power = | |power = 35.0 HP (26.1 KW) @ 8000RPM | ||
|torque = | |torque = 22.13 ft/lbs (30.0 Nm) @ 8000RPM | ||
|fuel_system = | |fuel_system = | ||
|ignition = CDI | |ignition = CDI | ||
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The '''[[Yamaha]] RZ 250R''' was a Liquid Cooled, Two Stroke, Parallel Twin Cylinder Sport Bike [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Yamaha]] in 1984. Max [[torque]] was 22.13 ft/lbs (30.0 Nm) @ 8000 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 35.0 HP (26.1 KW) @ 8000 RPM. The standard two stroke RZ 250R makes 35 HP but, with it's dry weight of just 139 kg; it gets along very well and will reach around 170 kph plus. These have always been very popular bikes for racing and modification so there are plenty of after market parts for extra power, better handling and cosmetic upgrades. | |||
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[[File:Yamaha-RZ250R-84.jpg|600px|Yamaha RZ250R]] | [[File:Yamaha-RZ250R-84.jpg|600px|Yamaha RZ250R]] | ||
[[File:Yamaha-RZ250R-85.jpg|600px|Yamaha RZ250R]] | [[File:Yamaha-RZ250R-85.jpg|600px|Yamaha RZ250R]] | ||
[[File:yamaha-rz-250r-1984-1988-4.jpg|600px|1984 - 1988 Yamaha RZ 250R]] | |||
[[File:yamaha-rz-250r-1984-1988-0.jpg|600px|1984 - 1988 Yamaha RZ 250R]] | |||
== Overview == | == Overview == |
Revision as of 17:13, 29 November 2019
Yamaha RZ250R | |
Manufacturer | |
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Production | 1984 - 1985 |
Class | Sport Bike |
Engine | Liquid Cooled, Two Stroke, Parallel Twin Cylinder |
Compression ratio | 6.2 :1 |
Horsepower | 35.0 HP (26.1 KW) @ 8000RPM |
Torque | 22.13 ft/lbs (30.0 Nm) @ 8000RPM |
Ignition | CDI |
Transmission | 6 Speed |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Monocross |
Brakes | Front: Single 267mm disc Rear: Drum |
Front Tire | 3.00-18 |
Rear Tire | 3.50-18 |
Seat Height | 785 mm / 30.9 in |
Weight | 139 kg / 306.4 lbs (dry), |
Oil Capacity | 1.6 Liters |
Recommended Oil | Yamalube 10w-40 |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 Liters / 4.3 US gal |
Manuals | Service Manual |
The Yamaha RZ 250R was a Liquid Cooled, Two Stroke, Parallel Twin Cylinder Sport Bike motorcycle produced by Yamaha in 1984. Max torque was 22.13 ft/lbs (30.0 Nm) @ 8000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 35.0 HP (26.1 KW) @ 8000 RPM. The standard two stroke RZ 250R makes 35 HP but, with it's dry weight of just 139 kg; it gets along very well and will reach around 170 kph plus. These have always been very popular bikes for racing and modification so there are plenty of after market parts for extra power, better handling and cosmetic upgrades.
Engine
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Two stroke, parallel twin. The engine featured a 6.2 :1 compression ratio.
Drive
Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
Chassis
It came with a 3.00-18 front tire and a 3.50-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 267mm disc in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Monocross. The RZ250R was fitted with a 16.5 Liters / 4.3 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 139 kg / 306.4 lbs.
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Overview
Yamaha RZ 250R
Year | 1984 -85 |
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Engine Type | Two stroke, parallel twin |
Displacement | 247 cc / 15.0 cu-in |
Bore X Stroke | 54 х 54 mm |
Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
Compression | 6.2 :1 |
Lubrication | Autolube |
Oil Capacity | 1.6 Liters |
Induction | 2x Mikuni VM28 SC carburetor |
Ignition | CDI |
Starting | Kick |
Max Power | 35.5 hp / 26.1 kW @ 8500 rpm |
Max Torque | 30.2 Nm / 3.1 kgf-m@ 8000 rpm |
Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
Transmission | 6 Speed |
Final Drive | Chain |
Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
Rear Suspension | Monocross |
Front Brakes | Single 267mm disc |
Rear Brakes | Drum |
Front Tire | 3.00-18 |
Rear Tire | 3.50-18 |
Seat Height | 785 mm / 30.9 in |
Ground Clearance | 165 mm / 6.4 in |
Dry Weight | 139 kg / 306.4 lbs |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 Liters / 4.3 US gal |