| Model | XR250R |
| Engine Type | 249cc air-cooled dry-sump single-cylinder four-stroke |
| Bore and Stroke | 73mm x 59.5mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Valve Train | SOHC; four-valve RFVC |
| Carburetion | 30mm piston-valve |
| Ignition | Solid-state CD with electronic advance |
| Transmission | Six-speed |
| Final Drive | #520 O-ring-sealed chain; 13T/48T |
| Suspension | Front: 41mm leading-axle Kayaba cartridge fork with 20-position compression damping adjustability; 10.6 inches travel Rear: Pro-Link Kayaba single shock with spring preload, 20-position compression and 20-position rebound damping adjustability; 10.6 inches travel |
| Brakes | Front: Single disc with twin-piston caliper Rear: Single disc |
| Tires | Front: 80/100-21 Rear: 100/100-18 |
| Wheelbase | 55.1 inches |
| Rake (Caster Angle) | 24.8° |
| Trail | 92mm (3.6 inches) |
| Seat Height | 36.0 inches |
| Ground Clearance | 12.4 inches |
| Dry Weight | 240 pounds |
| Fuel Capacity | 2.4 gallons, including 0.5-gallon reserve |
| Color | Red |
| California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment. | |