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WR250R

The WR250R is the most capable street-legal off-road machine Yamaha ever brought to the US market — a genuine motocross-DNA 250cc single in a street-legal package at 295 lbs. Discontinued after 2020, clean used examples at $4,000–$6,000 hold value unusually well because no comparable successor exists in the US market.

CategoryDual Sport
Used range$4,000–$6,000
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Best forOff-road
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250cc single
Engine
295 lbs
Weight
36.6 in
Seat
$6,699
MSRP
Used range$4,000–$6,000

Too few clean used examples are moving yet to price this one confidently.

Ownership costLow upkeep
Insurance: LowUpkeep: LowTires: Medium
SupportStrong

Parts availability limited.

Used price, ownership cost, and rider-fit estimates are editorial. Verify before purchasing.

Rider fit

Best-use signals

Beginner4/10
Commuting5/10
Touring1/10
Off-road8/10
Two-up1/10
Sport1/10

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Known strengths

  • The last Japanese 250 dual-sport with genuine off-road DNA before emissions regulations eliminated the segment
  • Aluminum frame and 295 lb wet weight deliver exceptional handling for both trail and pavement use
  • Fuel-injected 250cc engine revs freely to 10,000 rpm with six-speed gearing for highway capability

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Common issues

  • Discontinued in the US after 2020; availability is limited to the used market
  • Small 2.0-gallon fuel tank severely limits backcountry range
  • 31 hp is adequate but not exciting for experienced off-road riders

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Inspection checklist

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Maintenance notes

  • Valve clearance inspection recommended every 26,600 miles

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Watch list

  • 2020
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    The WR250R is the most capable street-legal off-road machine Yamaha ever brought to the US market — a genuine motocross-DNA 250cc single in a street-legal package at 295 lbs. Discontinued after 2020, clean used examples at $4,000–$6,000 hold value unusually well because no comparable successor exists in the US market.

Recall snapshot

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Last checked May 24, 2026 through MANUAL.

Configuration

2020 Base

dual-sport motorcycle with 250cc single.