Yamaha XV250
XV250
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| Manufacturer |
Yamaha |
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| Production |
1988 - Present |
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| Successor |
Yamaha DragStar 250 |
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| Engine |
249 cc, air-cooled, SOHC, 60-degree V-twin |
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| Top speed |
85 miles per hour (137 km/h) (claimed) |
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| Wheelbase |
58.7 in (1,490 mm) |
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| Weight |
302 lb (137 kg) (dry)
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| Fuel consumption |
78 mpg‑US (3.0 L/100 km) |
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The Virago 250 is an entry-level cruiser motorcycle built by Yamaha Motor Company. It has a claimed top speed of 85 mph.
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.
Specifications
Official[1]
| General |
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| Engine Type |
249cc, air-cooled, SOHC, 60-degree V-twin |
| 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) |
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Unofficial (Practical)
| General |
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| 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) |
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References
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