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dual-sport / default rider 183 cm

Suzuki DR-Z400S vs Yamaha WR250R ergonomics

Suzuki DR-Z400S and Yamaha WR250R have modeled posture scores within three points for the 183 cm default rider. Treat this as a planning estimate; posture preference, data confidence, and a real test sit still matter.

Modeled fit comparison

Suzuki DR-Z400S

Modeled scoreProvisional
95Comfortable

All contacts reached

Yamaha WR250R

Modeled scoreProvisional
95Comfortable

All contacts reached

The modeled scores are within three points, so the result does not distinguish a higher-scoring bike. Treat the result as a planning estimate and compare each bike's geometry confidence before a real test sit.

Rider fit: reaching the ground

The Suzuki DR-Z400S lists a 935 mm seat; the Yamaha WR250R lists 930 mm — a 5 mm difference. Seat height is only a first-pass ground-reach input. It does not establish safety or actual foot contact. Seat width, suspension sag, boots, mobility, load, and individual proportions can materially change the result.

On seat height alone, the Yamaha WR250R has the easier modeled ground reach. Load your measurements into the simulator to compare the model, then verify both motorcycles in person.

Geometry snapshot

Geometry comparison for Suzuki DR-Z400S and Yamaha WR250R
SpecSuzuki DR-Z400SYamaha WR250R
Seat height935 mm930 mm
Wheelbase1,485 mm1,420 mm
Wet weight144 kg134 kg
Displacement398 cc250 cc

Posture metrics

Knee angle

Suzuki DR-Z400S
Sport (67.5 deg)
Yamaha WR250R
Sport (67.5 deg)

Hip angle

Suzuki DR-Z400S
Neutral (107.1 deg)
Yamaha WR250R
Neutral (108.3 deg)

Elbow angle

Suzuki DR-Z400S
Relaxed (143.3 deg)
Yamaha WR250R
Relaxed (143.3 deg)

Torso lean

Suzuki DR-Z400S
Neutral (7.0 deg)
Yamaha WR250R
Neutral (6.0 deg)