Yamaha KS 250 vs Sherco 290 X-Ride (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha KS 250stacks up against the Sherco 290 X-Ride. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha KS 250Sherco 290 X-Ride
Model year19702017
Price
Engine250 cc272 cc
Weight93 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires1.60-21 / 2.15-18

Yamaha KS 250 vs Sherco 290 X-Ride — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha KS 250 and the Sherco 290 X-Ride usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha KS 250 brings its published horsepower, while the Sherco 290 X-Ride counters with its own power figure at 93 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: