A web site called ADV Pulse posted a two part series describing the preparations they thought were needed to ""adventurize" a Yamaha WR250R. The author put a ceiling of $2000 on the changes to keep the project somewhat affordable. He intends to continue the series with ride reports and evaluation. The article comments are a source of additional ideas. The
http://www.advpulse.com/adv-bikes/yamaha-wr250r-mods-1/
http://www.advpulse.com/adv-bikes/yamaha-wr250r-upgrades-2/
The WR250R MSRP is $6700 new, which is on the high side of the lightweight dual sport market. It might make more sense to shop for a Honda CRF250L, $5000 new, or a used machine. Regardless of machine, the article has good ideas about upgrades to add safety, comfort and convenience for a multiple day trip.
http://www.advpulse.com/adv-bikes/yamaha-wr250r-mods-1/
http://www.advpulse.com/adv-bikes/yamaha-wr250r-upgrades-2/
The WR250R MSRP is $6700 new, which is on the high side of the lightweight dual sport market. It might make more sense to shop for a Honda CRF250L, $5000 new, or a used machine. Regardless of machine, the article has good ideas about upgrades to add safety, comfort and convenience for a multiple day trip.