YAMAHA V-Star 250 (2018-Present) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2018, Yamaha released the V-Star 250, a small cruiser machine that debuted in 2001 and was part of the V-Star series in Yamaha's range. The V-Star family comprised cruiser motorcycles with various appearances and different engine displacements.

The 2018 Yamaha V-Star 250 remained essentially unchanged from previous models, without any significant modifications, except occasional color alterations. The bike had the same form as its siblings, with the same suspension, brakes, and engine.

In the appearance department, the bike featured a pulled-back handlebar, a two-piece dual seat with a low riding position, and forward-mounted footpegs for a more relaxed, laid-back riding style. In addition, it packed a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a two-into-two chromed exhaust system, wire-spoke wheels, and many chromed accents.

In the performance department, the 2018 Yamaha V-Star 250 had a 249cc air-cooled V-twin engine with a 26 mm Mikuni carburetor, delivering an output power of 21 hp at 8,000 rpm and 21 Nm (15 lb-ft) torque at 6,000 rpm.

The suspension performance was carried over from previous models, with five-way spring preload-adjustable side-mounted shock absorbers on the rear and a 33 mm telescopic fork on the front with 140 mm wheel travel.

The bike's wire-spoke wheels were fitted with a 282 mm disc, a two-piston caliper on the front, and a 130 mm drum braking unit on the rear, offering solid and reliable stopping power.