Yamaha DT 250 MX vs Maico Enduro 250 (1990)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DT 250 MXMaico Enduro 250
Model year19821990
Price
Engine246 cc247 cc
Horsepower16 hp17 hp
Fuel capacity2.4 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc
Tires3.00-21 / 4.00-18 3.00-21 / 4.10-18

Yamaha DT 250 MX vs Maico Enduro 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha DT 250 MX and the Maico Enduro 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT 250 MX brings 16 hp, while the Maico Enduro 250 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: