Yamaha DT 250F vs CZ 250 MotoCross Type 980.5 (9805)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha DT 250Fstacks up against the CZ 250 MotoCross Type 980.5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DT 250FCZ 250 MotoCross Type 980.5
Model year19791976
Price
Engine246 cc246 cc
Horsepower16 hp34 hp
Weight100 kg
Fuel capacity2.4 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.00-21 / 4.00-18

Yamaha DT 250F vs CZ 250 MotoCross Type 980.5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha DT 250F and the CZ 250 MotoCross Type 980.5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT 250F brings 16 hp, while the CZ 250 MotoCross Type 980.5 counters with 34 hp at 100 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: