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| Manufacturer | Yamaha | 
|---|---|
| Production | 1988 - Present | 
| Successor | Yamaha DragStar 250 | 
| Engine | 249 cc, air-cooled, SOHC, 60-degree V-twin | 
| Top speed | 85 miles per hour (137 km/h) (claimed) | 
| Wheelbase | 58.7 in (1,490 mm) | 
| Weight | 302 lb (137 kg) (dry) | 
| Fuel consumption | 78 mpg‑US (3.0 L/100 km) | 
The Virago 250 is an entry-level cruiser motorcycle built by Yamaha Motor Company. It has a top speed of 75mph. (Claimed top speed of 85)
V Star 250 (2008–present)
In the 2008 model overview, the Virago 250 has been replaced with the V Star 250, but the specs remain very similar to the Virago 250.
- NOTE: Australia still offers the Virago 250 (XV250) as well as the V Star 250 (XVS250),
 
Specifications
Official[1]
| General | |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | 249cc, air-cooled, SOHC, 60-degree V-twin | 
| Horse power | |
| Bore x Stroke | 49mm x 66mm | 
| Compression Ratio | 10:1 | 
| Carburetion | 26mm Mikuni | 
| Ignition | Digital TCI | 
| Transmission | 5-speed | 
| Final Drive | Chain | 
| Chassis | |
| Suspension/Front | 33mm telescopic fork; 5.5" travel | 
| Suspension/Rear | Twin shocks w/adjustable spring preload; 3.9" travel | 
| Brakes/Front | 282mm disc | 
| Brakes/Rear | 130mm drum | 
| Tires/Front | 3.00-18 | 
| Tires/Rear | 130/90-15 | 
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 86.2" (~220 cm) | 
| Width | 32.1" (~81.5 cm) | 
| Height | 44.9" (~114 cm) | 
| Seat Height | 27" (~68.5 cm) | 
| Wheelbase | 58.7" (~150 cm) | 
| Ground Clearance | 5.7" (~14.5 cm) | 
| Dry Weight | 302 lb (~137 kg) | 
| Fuel Capacity | 2.5 G (~9.5 L) | 
| Fuel Economy | 78 mpg (~34 km/L) | 
Unofficial (Practical)
| General | |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Gasoline (Unleaded Petrol) or 1994 and before Super LRP | 
| Max Load | 350 lbs (~160 kg) | 
| Instrument Panel | Turn lights, Neutral, Hi-beam | 
| Mileage between oil changes | 3000 mi (4800 km) | 
| Air Filter | Foam (wet) | 
References
- ↑ 2008 V Star 250 Specifications, Yamaha, retrieved 2009-06-21
 
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