Benelli 249s vs Yamaha Fazer 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Benelli 249s vs Yamaha Fazer 250. Benelli 249s: Approximately 26 hp @ 9,000 rpm — best estimate; exact figures vary by market hp, Approximately 155 kg (wet/curb weight) — best estimate; verify with regional spec sheets weight, top speed Approximately 120–125 km/h — best estimate based on engine class, Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Yamaha Fazer 250: 20 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 154 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 135 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
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Benelli 249s
Yamaha Fazer 250
Horsepower (hp)
26 hp
20 hp
Torque (Nm)
22 Nm
20.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
120 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
155 kg
154 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
Approximately 26 hp @ 9,000 rpm — best estimate; exact figures vary by market
20 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
Approximately 22 Nm @ 7,500 rpm — best estimate; limited official documentation
20.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
Approximately 120–125 km/h — best estimate based on engine class
135 km/h
Weight
Approximately 155 kg (wet/curb weight) — best estimate; verify with regional spec sheets
154 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
Estimated 3.0–3.5 L/100km (approx. 28–33 km/L) — best estimate, limited official data
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Benelli 249s
6.5/10
"A rewarding buy if you buy smart and buy careful."
Pros
+Surprisingly strong parallel-twin character
+Sporty ergonomics done right
+Strong used value proposition
Cons
−Fuel pump reliability concerns
−Parts sourcing genuinely painful
−Sticky throttle-by-wire issues
Yamaha Fazer 250
6.5/10
"Solid budget commuter, but don't expect thrills beyond city limits."
Pros
+Frugal fuel consumption
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
+Fairing blocks highway wind
Cons
−Narrow powerband needs revving
−Parts availability inconsistent
−Learner-damaged examples everywhere
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