Yamaha XT 250 vs Lifan KP250 (2025)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha XT 250stacks up against the Lifan KP250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha XT 250Lifan KP250
Model year20252020
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower19 hp
Torque22 Nm
Weight132 kg154 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires2.75-21 / 120/80-18 62P110/70-17 / 140/70-17

Yamaha XT 250 vs Lifan KP250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha XT 250 and the Lifan KP250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha XT 250 brings its published horsepower in a 132 kg package, while the Lifan KP250 counters with 19 hp at 154 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: