Bought a Yamaha WR250R

motorrad · 09-25-2008, 08:02 PM

I've had my eye on a smaller dirt bike I could use to commute around town and take on the dirt rides I've come to enjoy so much. I wanted a street legal (plated) bike, something mainly set up for dirt, but versatile enough to ride shorter distances on the pavement. I test rode the Yamaha WR250R last week and really liked it; light weight, peppy engine, nice suspension. So I pulled the trigger this Wednesday after work and purchased one.

It's quite a bit taller in the saddle height than the F650GS, I can just tippy-toe it, however once under way it's perfect. Been getting used to the set-up and 250cc engine, and after a day of riding around the light weight, maneuverability, and fun factor is just what I was looking for. Can't wait to try it on some dirt trails. I got her up to 65-70mph no problem, very stable, although the seat, 2 gallon fuel tank, and smaller engine displacement are not meant for longer street rides.

I'm really stoked with the WR250R right now. No more fear of the single track or being able to clear rocks & ledges that have tempted me in the past when on the heavier, lower clearance GS. Here are a couple of pics.

Tyler · 09-25-2008, 08:05 PM

Awesome, Tom... congrats!!

If I had a garage (and budget) with no constraints, I'd have one of those in there too!

Enjoy!!

Don Hopkirk · 09-25-2008, 08:11 PM

Hey Tom, just picked up a new battery for the KLX today. Let me know when you would like to get together and get dirty. Nice looking bike.

Don Hopkirk

motorrad · 09-25-2008, 08:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tyler

Awesome, Tom... congrats!!

If I had a garage (and budget) with no constraints, I'd have one of those in there too!

Enjoy!!

Thanks Tyler, I plan to have a lot of fun on my little mule. Hear you with need for a garage to store the toys.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Don Hopkirk

Hey Tom, just picked up a new battery for the KLX today. Let me know when you would like to get together and get dirty. Nice looking bike.

Don Hopkirk

You know it Don. Just waiting for the first rains to tacky the dirt up a bit. Shopping for a trailer hitch platform now to haul it around with my 4Runner. Will be visiting the Oakhurst area for sure this Fall.

mg4tner · 09-25-2008, 09:05 PM

Congratulations Tom!!!!

That is a nice ride!!!
I am eager to try my knobbies out for some offroad riding too!

Mike

Nirvana · 09-25-2008, 09:45 PM

It has off-road written all over it. Nice ride!

Law Dawg (ret) · 09-26-2008, 06:08 AM

It's sooooo purdy!

calikatoom · 09-26-2008, 06:17 AM

Sweeeeeeeeet!

I can't wait to do some trail riding. The seasons are changing and we should start seeing some rain soon. Lets get dirty!

As for a hitch mount carrier..... Look for Versahaul or Motojack rack.

Both are excellent and sturdy.

Cool Bike Tom!
Gail

strontium · 09-26-2008, 06:29 AM

Thats very nice. Dont tempt me to get another bike

BigD · 09-27-2008, 11:56 AM

Nice addition Tom!!!

Are you planning on replacing your street machine too?

09-25-2008, 08:02 PM	#1
motorrad Diggin'dirt Name: Tom Location: Carmel Valley Motorcycle: WR250R Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 1,744	Bought a Yamaha WR250R I've had my eye on a smaller dirt bike I could use to commute around town and take on the dirt rides I've come to enjoy so much. I wanted a street legal (plated) bike, something mainly set up for dirt, but versatile enough to ride shorter distances on the pavement. I test rode the Yamaha WR250R last week and really liked it; light weight, peppy engine, nice suspension. So I pulled the trigger this Wednesday after work and purchased one. It's quite a bit taller in the saddle height than the F650GS, I can just tippy-toe it, however once under way it's perfect. Been getting used to the set-up and 250cc engine, and after a day of riding around the light weight, maneuverability, and fun factor is just what I was looking for. Can't wait to try it on some dirt trails. I got her up to 65-70mph no problem, very stable, although the seat, 2 gallon fuel tank, and smaller engine displacement are not meant for longer street rides. I'm really stoked with the WR250R right now. No more fear of the single track or being able to clear rocks & ledges that have tempted me in the past when on the heavier, lower clearance GS. Here are a couple of pics. Attached Images __________________ You can't always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, you get what you need - The Rolling Stones

09-25-2008, 08:05 PM	#2
Tyler Super Member Name: Tyler Location: Santa Clara, CA Motorcycle: 2009 Can Am Spyder Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 2,699	Re: Bought a Yamaha WR250R Awesome, Tom... congrats!! If I had a garage (and budget) with no constraints, I'd have one of those in there too! Enjoy!! __________________ So to speak... Dangerous Curves

09-25-2008, 08:11 PM	#3
Don Hopkirk 100% Hedonist Name: Don Location: Oakhurst, CA Motorcycle: 07 DL650 V-strom Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 1,503	Re: Bought a Yamaha WR250R Hey Tom, just picked up a new battery for the KLX today. Let me know when you would like to get together and get dirty. Nice looking bike. Don Hopkirk

09-25-2008, 09:05 PM	#5
mg4tner Junior Member Name: Mike Location: Marina, CA Motorcycle: Husqvarna SM610 Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 7	Re: Bought a Yamaha WR250R Congratulations Tom!!!! That is a nice ride!!! I am eager to try my knobbies out for some offroad riding too! Mike

09-25-2008, 09:45 PM	#6
Nirvana Motorcycle Meditation Name: Shshank Location: San Diego, CA Motorcycle: Ducati Monster 620, Royal Enfield Bullet 350 Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 1,713	Re: Bought a Yamaha WR250R It has off-road written all over it. Nice ride! __________________ The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there - Robert M. Pirsig Nirvana's Adventures Unplugged, Uncut

09-26-2008, 06:08 AM	#7
Law Dawg (ret) Super Member Name: Mark Location: Bakersfield, Ca Motorcycle: F800GS & DR 650 Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 7,650	Re: Bought a Yamaha WR250R It's sooooo purdy!

09-26-2008, 06:17 AM	#8
calikatoom Super Member Name: Gail Location: Modesto CA Motorcycle: 2005 BMW R1200GS 2004 KTM 450mxc Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 1,074	Re: Bought a Yamaha WR250R Sweeeeeeeeet! I can't wait to do some trail riding. The seasons are changing and we should start seeing some rain soon. Lets get dirty! As for a hitch mount carrier..... Look for Versahaul or Motojack rack. Both are excellent and sturdy. Cool Bike Tom! Gail __________________ Let's Ride!

09-26-2008, 06:29 AM	#9
strontium Senior Member Name: Mark Location: Livermore, CA Motorcycle: Triumph T100, Triumph Tiger 1050 (for sale) Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 143	Re: Bought a Yamaha WR250R Thats very nice. Dont tempt me to get another bike

09-27-2008, 11:56 AM	#10
BigD Road Scholar Name: Dennis Location: Rio Vista, CA Motorcycle: 05 ST1300, 09 DR 650 Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 1,544	Re: Bought a Yamaha WR250R Nice addition Tom!!! Are you planning on replacing your street machine too? __________________ Happy Trails.

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