Shineray XY250GY-2 vs Yamaha Serow 250 25th Anniversary Special (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Shineray XY250GY-2stacks up against the Yamaha Serow 250 25th Anniversary Special. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Shineray XY250GY-2 | Yamaha Serow 250 25th Anniversary Special |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Horsepower | 24 hp | 19 hp |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 19 Nm |
| Weight | 125 kg | 115 kg |
| Seat height | 38 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.2 L | 2.6 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Radial-mounted two-piston calipers | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 80/100-21 / 110/100-18 | 2.75-21 / 120/80-18 |
Shineray XY250GY-2 vs Yamaha Serow 250 25th Anniversary Special — which should you buy?
Picking between the Shineray XY250GY-2 and the Yamaha Serow 250 25th Anniversary Special usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Shineray XY250GY-2 brings 24 hp in a 125 kg package, while the Yamaha Serow 250 25th Anniversary Special counters with 19 hp at 115 kg.
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:

