Yamaha Xt 660 vs Yamaha Xt250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xt 660 vs Yamaha Xt250. Yamaha Xt 660: 48 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 165 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Xt250: 15 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 122 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 120 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xt 660
Yamaha Xt250
Horsepower (hp)
48 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
60 Nm
17 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
165 km/h
120 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
179 kg
122 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
48 hp @ 6,000 rpm
15 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
60 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
17 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
165 km/h
120 km/h
Weight
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
122 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
2.8 L/100km or approximately 35.7 km/L
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Xt 660
7.5/10
"A dependable workhorse that rewards sensible buyers willing to inspect carefully."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Excellent upright riding position
+Spoked wheels tubeless-convertible
Cons
−Valve clearances often neglected
−Fuel tap O-rings fail
−Uninspiring highway performance
Yamaha Xt250
7.5/10
"The most sensible used dual-sport under $4,000, full stop."
Pros
+Nearly indestructible engine reliability
+Cheap parts, easy maintenance
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
−Gutless above 55mph
−Stock tires genuinely terrible
−Suspension too soft everywhere
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