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Yamaha 255XD (2025-)
2 x 250-hp Supercharged 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, SVHO Yamaha Marine Engines
Brief Summary
From its dynamic profile to its exterior colors in black, powder blue, or mist gray, to its stylish interior and to its rakish Bimini and wake board holders, the flagship of the Yamaha’s wakesurfer line awaits only its passengers to take them on an energized day of on-water fun and excitement. And while waking and skiing are high on the list, the 255XD can also supply an equally sensational day out with family and friends at a favorite gunkhole.
Test Results
| RPM | MPH | Knots | GPH | MPG | NMPG | SM | NM | dBa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1250 | 3 | 2.6 | 1.2 | 2.6 | 2.3 | 176.1 | 153 | 61 |
| 1500 | 4.5 | 3.9 | 1.5 | 3 | 2.6 | 202.5 | 176 | 62 |
| 2000 | 5 | 4.3 | 1.9 | 2.6 | 2.3 | 177.6 | 154.4 | 66 |
| 2500 | 6 | 5.2 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.2 | 168.8 | 146.6 | 75 |
| 3000 | 7 | 6.1 | 3.7 | 1.9 | 1.7 | 129.5 | 112.5 | 77 |
| 3500 | 8 | 7 | 5.4 | 1.5 | 1.3 | 100 | 86.9 | 80 |
| 4000 | 9 | 7.8 | 7.4 | 1.2 | 1.1 | 82.1 | 71.3 | 83 |
| 4500 | 12.5 | 10.9 | 10.1 | 1.2 | 1.1 | 84 | 73 | 86 |
| 5000 | 18.5 | 16.1 | 13.4 | 1.4 | 1.2 | 93.2 | 81 | 87 |
| 5500 | 31 | 26.9 | 17.2 | 1.8 | 1.6 | 121.7 | 105.7 | 90 |
| 6000 | 38.5 | 33.5 | 19.9 | 1.9 | 1.7 | 130.9 | 113.8 | 90 |
| 6500 | 43.5 | 37.8 | 25.4 | 1.7 | 1.5 | 115.6 | 100.5 | 92 |
| 7000 | 49.5 | 43 | 33.3 | 1.5 | 1.3 | 100.5 | 87.3 | 95 |
| 7500 | 54.5 | 47.4 | 37.8 | 1.4 | 1.3 | 97.3 | 84.6 | 99 |
Specifications
| Length Overall |
24' 6" 7.47 m |
|---|---|
| Beam |
8' 6" 2.59 m |
| Dry Weight |
4,561 lbs 2,069 kg |
| Draft |
19" 0.48 m |
| Deadrise/Transom | 20° |
| Fuel Capacity |
75 gal 284 L |
Acceleration Times & Conditions
| 0 to 30 | 6.8 |
|---|---|
| Props | Jet Drive |
| Load | Persons and Gear: 500 lbs/227 kg; Fuel on board: 419 lbs/190 kg (10% fuel reserve); Total: 919 lbs/417 kg |
| Climate | 62°F; humidity: 60%; wind: 5-10 mph; flat; fresh |
Engine Options
| Std. Power |
2 x 250-hp Supercharged 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, SVHO Yamaha Marine Engines |
|---|
The Philosophy of Speed and Excitement
Captain's Report Yamaha 255XD
by Capt. Ken Kreisler
Major Features
Since all Yamaha wakeboats come fully outfitted, the following is a list of the 255XD’s equipment:
- Ski locker
- Removable dinette table w/pedestal
- Bow filler inserts
- Hinged seat cushions
- Tilt steering
- Chill-Cool vinyl upholstery
- Integrated swim platform
- Stainless telescoping reboarding ladder
- Wet stern storage
- DRiVE® X
- 12.3" Connext Screen
- 7 premium Hertz marine speakers
- 2 premium Hertz tower speakers
- Painted trailer w/swing away tongue
- Aluminum folding tower w/board racks and tow hook
- Stainless bow rails
- Tow hook
- Bimini top
- Yamaha wake-enhancing hull
- Premium windshield frame
- WakeBoosters®
- Oversized rear view mirror at the helm
Vessel Inspection
Wakeboats are a special breed and to ensure the optimum conditions necessary for riding, the Yamaha 255XD is equipped with all that is takes. The aft-mounted twin 250-hp Yamaha jets guarantees she will sit in the water just right and along with 1,600 pounds of factory-installed ballast, E-Series® Throttle Control with push button start/stop, RPM engine sync, and single level throttle level pairing, and integrated WakeBoosters® on either side of the boat for enhanced wake action, will provide adrenaline-pumping opportunities for the riding enthusiasts.
A Word About Performance
Whether pulling on its docklines while tied up waiting to get out on the water, or underway with someone riding wakes aft, the Yamaha 255XD is all about in your face excitement. While jet boats have no trim, our 255XD quickly jumped up on plane with out of the hole shots coming in at 0-10 mph in 2.2 seconds, 20 mph in 4.2 seconds, and 0-30 mph in 6.8 seconds. She handled all our maneuvers, including S-turns, doughnuts, and straight runs all under control without any slippage. Our test day saw air temps at 62º, winds between 5-10 knots, and 60% of humidity.
Our test weight came in at 5,480 lbs/2,449.4 kg, with 78% of our 75 gallon fuel capacity. There were two passengers aboard. We topped out at 58.0 mph at 7500 rpm with a best cruise of 38.5 mph at 6000 rpm and a calculated range of 131 statute miles with a 10% fuel reserve.
Observations
The Yamaha 255XD is a premier, jet powered wakeboat offering exciting opportunities for wakeboarding and ski enthusiasts. She is a fully found boat with all the bells and whistles associated with this sport including Yamaha power in the form of a pair of jet powered, 500 combined horsepower inboards with E-SERIES® THROTTLE CONTROL, advanced 12.3'' CONNEXT® Touchscreen, and Integrated Wakebooster®. And as important, she carries the Yamaha name indicating a dedicated edict towards providing a quality product and one that the company stands behind.
If your passion for this type of action runs deep, the Yamaha 255XD is must-see. The sooner you set up a visit and sea trial, the better.
Remember, life is better on a boat!
To truly understand what the new Yamaha 255XD Wake Boat is all about, one needs to first delve into the company’s unique, across the board approach to its design and engineering for all its products.
The Japanese word Kando is used to describe the sensitivity and satisfaction both in physical and emotional aspects you get from an experience. This is the viewpoint taken to make sure that when you take the wheel of the 255XD, you will not only encounter the thrilling, adrenalin rush of performance but have the satisfaction and confidence in the knowledge your ownership has been tested and built to exacting standards of excellence. In the words of Yamaha founder Genichi Kawakami, “It isn’t a product if it isn’t world class.”
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