Harley-Davidson SST 250 vs Yamaha DT 250 MX (1983)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson SST 250stacks up against the Yamaha DT 250 MX. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson SST 250Yamaha DT 250 MX
Model year19831982
Price
Engine243 cc246 cc
Horsepower10 hp16 hp
Fuel capacity2.8 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires3.25-19 / 4.00-18 3.00-21 / 4.00-18

Harley-Davidson SST 250 vs Yamaha DT 250 MX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson SST 250 and the Yamaha DT 250 MX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson SST 250 brings 10 hp, while the Yamaha DT 250 MX counters with 16 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: