Yamaha IT 250 vs Can-Am TnT 250cc (1982)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha IT 250Can-Am TnT 250cc
Model year19821975
Price$1,500
Engine247 cc247 cc
Horsepower29 hp
Weight111 kg
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). CableExpanding brake (drum brake). Single leading shoe 6´´ x1´´
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Mechanical linkExpanding brake (drum brake). Single leading shoe 6´´ x1´´
Tires-21 / -183.00-21 / 4.00-18

Yamaha IT 250 vs Can-Am TnT 250cc — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha IT 250 and the Can-Am TnT 250cc usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha IT 250 brings its published horsepower, while the Can-Am TnT 250cc counters with 29 hp at 111 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: