1983
Yamaha RD 250 LC - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 976541 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | RD 250 LC |
| Year | 1983 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Fronttyre | 3.00-18 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake |
| Reartyre | 3.50-18 |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 54.0 x 54.0 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 6.9:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 247.00 ccm (15.07 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Twin, two-stroke |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Power | 38.00 HP (27.7 kW)) @ 8500 RPM |
| Topspeed | 163.0 km/h (101.3 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Weightincloilgasetc | 158.0 kg (348.3 pounds) |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.