Benelli 254 Quattro vs Yamaha SR 250 SE (1983)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Benelli 254 Quattrostacks up against the Yamaha SR 250 SE. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBenelli 254 QuattroYamaha SR 250 SE
Model year19831983
Price
Engine231 cc240 cc
Horsepower27 hp17 hp
Fuel capacity2.1 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires2.75-18 / 3.00-18 3.00-19 / 120/90-16

Benelli 254 Quattro vs Yamaha SR 250 SE — which should you buy?

Picking between the Benelli 254 Quattro and the Yamaha SR 250 SE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Benelli 254 Quattro brings 27 hp, while the Yamaha SR 250 SE counters with 17 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: