Husqvarna FC 250 Factory Edition vs Yamaha YZ 250 (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna FC 250 Factory Editionstacks up against the Yamaha YZ 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna FC 250 Factory EditionYamaha YZ 250
Model year20262026
Price$12,699$8,099
Engine249 cc249 cc
Weight105 kg103 kg
Seat height946 mm975 mm
Fuel capacity7.0 L6.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 5 speed, ChainManual, 5 speed, Chain
Front brakesHydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
TiresDunlop® Geomax MX34: 80/100-21 / Dunlop® Geomax MX34: 110/90-19Dunlop® Geomax MX33F 80/100 R21 / Dunlop® Geomax MX33 110/90 R19

Husqvarna FC 250 Factory Edition vs Yamaha YZ 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna FC 250 Factory Edition and the Yamaha YZ 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna FC 250 Factory Edition brings its published horsepower in a 105 kg package, while the Yamaha YZ 250 counters with its own power figure at 103 kg. On price, the Yamaha YZ 250 has the lower MSRP.

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: