Yamaha IT 250 E vs Yamaha DT 250 (1978)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha IT 250 EYamaha DT 250
Model year19781977
Price
Engine246 cc246 cc
Horsepower37 hp16 hp
Torque42 Nm
Weight112 kg
Fuel capacity3.2 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires3.00-21 / 4.00-18

Yamaha IT 250 E vs Yamaha DT 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha IT 250 E and the Yamaha DT 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha IT 250 E brings 37 hp in a 112 kg package, while the Yamaha DT 250 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: