Yamaha cruiser motorcycle
Type of motorcycle
XV250 |
| 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 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.
Specifications
| General
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| Engine Type
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249cc, air-cooled, SOHC, 60-degree V-twin
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| Horse power
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| Bore x Stroke
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49mm x 66mm
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| Compression Ratio
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10:1
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| Carburetion
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26mm Mikuni
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| Ignition
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Digital TCI
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| Transmission
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5-speed
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| Final Drive
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Chain
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| Chassis
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| Suspension/Front
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33mm telescopic fork; 5.5" travel
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| Suspension/Rear
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Twin shocks w/adjustable spring preload; 3.9" travel
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| Brakes/Front
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282mm disc
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| Brakes/Rear
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130mm drum
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| Tires/Front
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3.00-18
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| Tires/Rear
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130/90-15
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| Dimensions
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| Length
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86.2" (~220 cm)
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| Width
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32.1" (~81.5 cm)
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| Height
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44.9" (~114 cm)
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| Seat Height
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27" (~68.5 cm)
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| Wheelbase
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58.7" (~150 cm)
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| Ground Clearance
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5.7" (~14.5 cm)
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| Dry Weight
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302 lb (~137 kg)
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| Fuel Capacity
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2.5 G (~9.5 L)
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| Fuel Economy
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78 mpg (~34 km/L)
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Unofficial (Practical)
| General
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| Fuel
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Gasoline (Unleaded Petrol) or 1994 and before Super LRP
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| Max Load
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350 lbs (~160 kg)
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| Instrument Panel
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Turn lights, Neutral, Hi-beam
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| Mileage between oil changes
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3000 mi (4800 km)
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| Air Filter
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Foam (wet)
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References
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