2005 Yamaha Virago 250

Yamaha Virago 250 2005


2005 Yamaha Virago 250 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

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Let us introduce you to the Virago 250, a feature-packed, lightweight cruiser. The Virago 250 is a quarter-liter mount that the magazine press dubbed, affectionately, a ´kick-butt little cruiser.´

General information
Model Yamaha Virago 250
Model year 2005
Category Custom / cruiser
Price as newUS$ 3499. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating 3.8  See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine type V2, four-stroke
Power output 23.0 HP (16.8 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque 21.6 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 15.9 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Top speed 136.0 km/h (84.5 mph)
Compression 10.0:1
Bore x stroke 49.0 x 66.0 mm (1.9 x 2.6 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Carburettor
Fuel control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition CDI
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Fuel consumption 4.35 litres/100 km (23.0 km/l or 54.07 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 100.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Front suspension Telescopic fork;
Front wheel travel 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear suspension Twin shocks w/adjustable spring preload
Rear wheel travel 99 mm (3.9 inches)
Front tire 110/90-V18
Rear tire 130/90-V15
Front brakes Single disc
Diameter 282 mm (11.1 inches)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 137.0 kg (302.0 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.1679 HP/kg
Seat height 686 mm (27.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1140 mm (44.9 inches)
Overall length 2189 mm (86.2 inches)
Overall width 813 mm (32.0 inches)
Ground clearance 145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1491 mm (58.7 inches)
Fuel capacity 9.46 litres (2.50 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Raven
Starter Electric
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