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Performance Bulletin


Engine: Yamaha VF250LB
Boat: XR21
Configuration: Single
Test Date: 22-Aug-2025
Xpress® - XR21

Performance Bulletin

57 - XR21

XR21

Length 21' 2"
Beam 7' 9"
Dry Weight (Boat Mfr. Pub) 1,580 lbs
Maximum HP 250 hp
Fuel Capacity 47 gal
Weight as Tested 3,025 lbs

VF250LB

Horsepower 250 hp
Induction EFI/VCT/DOHC
Displacement 4.2L
Weight (Estimated) 567 lbs
Gear Ratio 1.75:1

Engine Mounting Height

Mounting Hole Position #3
Ventilation Plate Height 6 1/4"

Propeller(s)

Series Turbo FXP
Diameter x Pitch 14-3/4 x 25
Yamaha Part # MAR-14725-R0-00
Propeller Material Stainless Steel

Test Conditions

Number of People 2
Air / Water Temperature (Fahrenheit) 85° F / 87° F
Elevation (in feet above sea level) 299'
Wind Velocity 0-5 MPH

Comments

Test weight includes 43 gallons of fuel, 3 batteries, 2 people, 10" hydraulic plate, 2-10' power poles, 24 volt trolling motor, safety and test equipment.

YPB#: PB_XPR_XR21__VF250LB_8-22-25_ALM

Xpress® - XR21

Performance Bulletin


Engine: Yamaha VF250LB
Boat: XR21
Configuration: Single
Test Date: 22-Aug-2025
VF250LB

Performance Data

RPM
MPH
GPH
MPG
1000 5.6 1.4 3.91
1500 7.6 2.8 2.71
2000 8.7 3.9 2.26
2500 14.4 5.2 2.79
3000 32.7 6.7 4.88
3500 40.3 9.2 4.36
4000 46.1 12.6 3.67
4500 54.4 16.1 3.39
5000 61.5 18.5 3.33
5500 68.1 22.4 3.04
6050 73.4 23.4 3.14

0-20 MPH: 3.61 seconds

Notice To Consumer The information and data contained in this Performance Bulletin is approximate and subject to many different factors and variables. It is provided as a guideline only and should not be relied upon as representative of actual performance. Your boat’s performance may be different than the information contained in this Performance Bulletin due to various factors, including your boat’s actual weight, wind and water conditions, temperature, humidity, elevation, bottom paint, boat options affecting wind/water drag and/or boat weight, and operator ability. Please confirm the specifications and performance data on your specific boat/engine combination with your dealer prior to purchase. Please also keep in mind that the data contained in this Performance Bulletin may or may not have been performed using Yamaha PowerMatched components. Yamaha reserves the right to change the specifications and performance data of this Performance Bulletin or engine without notice. This document contains many of Yamaha’s valuable trademarks. It may also contain trademarks belonging to other companies. Any references to other companies or their products are for identification purposes only, and are not intended to be an endorsement.