YAMAHA V-Star 250 (2011-2012) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha V-Star 250 was a lightweight cruiser motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha from 2001. The bike was part of the V-Star family, known as the XVS250 and DragStar 250. In 2008, the V-Star 250 replaced the Yamaha Virago 250 and featured similar specifications.

In 2012, the Japanese maker released the Yamaha V-Star 250, which came with a minor modification in the ergonomic department, such as a new handlebar that enhanced its comfortable riding position and gave it a more custom look.

Besides the new handlebar, the 2012 machine remained unchanged from the previous model and packed the same classic features, such as a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, wire-spoke wheels, a two-piece dual seat, a side stand, and a dual chromed exhaust system.

The same 33 mm telescopic fork achieved suspension performance with 140 mm wheel travel on the front and dual shock absorbers on the rear with 100 mm wheel travel, delivering optimum handling capabilities.

As for braking, the bike was still stopped by the same 282 mm disc and dual-piston caliper on the front and 130 mm drum braking unit mounted on the rear wheel, offering optimum braking performance.

In the performance department, the 2012 Yamaha V-Star 250 motorcycle featured the same 249cc air-cooled V-twin engine as its predecessors, delivering 21 hp at 8,000 rpm and 21 Nm (15 lb-ft) torque at 6,000 rpm.