Husqvarna WR 250 (1987-90)

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The Husqvarna WR 250 motorcycle was made from 1987 to 1990 and had a two-stroke, single cylinder engine with a capacity of 239cc. It had a liquid-cooled cooling system, compression ratio of 12.3:1, and a 38mm Mikuni TMX carburetor. The CDI ignition system was kick-started and produced a maximum power of 17 horsepower at 5500 rpm and a maximum torque of 12.4.

The bike had a six-speed transmission with a final drive chain and was equipped with telescopic forks for the front suspension and a single shock with adjustable damping for the rear suspension. The front brakes were a single 240mm disc and the rear brakes were a 130mm drum. The bike had a 3.00-21 front tire and a 4.50 – 18 rear tire with a wheelbase of 1450 mm and a seat height of 890 mm.

The dry weight of the bike was 106.0 kg with a fuel capacity of 10.5 liters. Overall, the Husqvarna WR 250 was a lightweight and powerful off-road motorcycle with a tried and tested two-stroke engine that was designed for motocross and enduro racing. It was well regarded for its excellent handling and braking performance, making it a popular choice among dirt bike enthusiasts.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Husqvarna WR 250

Year: 1987 – 90


Engine: Two stroke, single cylinder, HTS Power Valve
Capacity: 239 cc / 15.7 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 69.5 x 64.5 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 12.3:1
Induction: 38mm Mikuni TMX carburetor
Ignition: CDI
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 17 hp / 12.4 @ 5500 rpm
Max Torque:
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Single shock with adjustable damping.
Front Brakes: Single 240mm disc

Rear Brakes: 130mm Drum
Front Tyre: 3.00-21
Rear Tyre: 4.50 – 18
Wheelbase: 1450 mm / 57.1 in
Seat Height: 890 mm / 35.0 in
Dry Weight: 106.0 kg / 233.7 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 10.5 Litres / 2.7 US gal

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