The 2021 Yamaha V-Star 250 is a Timeless Classic
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The 2021 V-Star 250 is one of those Yamaha motorcycles that is timelessly classic, but at the same time modern and fun to ride. This is mostly down to the fact that the bike is one of the very few that you can still buy with a full-on carburetor, a Mikuni BDS26 model. This tiny carb sits on a 249cc, 60-degree air-cooled V-Twin that gives the V-Star 250 its name.
Considered a lightweight cruiser, the Japanese-made V-Star 250 is also known as one of the friendliest starter bikes in the 2021 lineup for new riders. Affordable, fuel-efficient, powerful enough to make the new rider grin like mad, and with extremely linear torque and power delivery that boost rider confidence without making them overconfident.
As well, due to its lightweight and gutsy engine, the V-Star 250 is very agile for a cruiser-style motorcycle. In fact, it is often classified as a sport cruiser exactly because of that agility, although it has the rumble and roar of a much bigger motorcycle.
The 2021 Yamaha V-Star 250 starts at $4,499 USD / $5,299 CAD.
On this page: we’ve curated specs, features, news, photos/videos, etc. so you can read up on the new 2021 Yamaha V-Star 250 in one place.
Model Overview
General Info
- Price: $4,499 USD / $5,299 CAD
- Key Features:
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- Belt final drive
- Yamaha sport fuel injection technology on a cruiser
- Air cooled engine with mildly oil-cooled transmission
Main Specs
- Engine Type: 249cc air-cooled SOHC V-twin; 4 valve
- Horsepower: Not provided by manufacturer
- Torque: 15.2 lb-ft
- Wet Weight: 324 lbs (147 kg)
- Seat Height: 27 inches (685 mm)
Competitors
2021 Yamaha V-Star 250 Specifications
ENGINE |
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| Engine | 249cc air-cooled SOHC V-twin; 4 valver | |
| Power | Not provided by manufacturer | |
| Bore x Stroke |
49.0mm x 66.0mm
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| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | |
| Fuel System |
Mikuni® 26mm carburetor
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| Starter | Electric | |
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DRIVETRAIN |
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| Clutch | Multiplate wet clutch | |
| Transmission | 5-speed | |
| Final Drive | Chain | |
CHASSIS |
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| Suspension Front |
33mm fork; 5.5-in travel
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| Suspension Rear |
Dual shocks, adjustable preload; 3.9-in travel
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| Brakes Front | Hydraulic disc, 282mm | |
| Brakes Rear |
130mm drum
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| Tires Front |
3.00-18
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| Tires Rear | 130/90-15 | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity |
2.5 gal / CA model 2.4 gal
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| Color | Raven | |
ELECTRICAL |
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| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition | |
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| Headlight | LED | |
| Tail Light | LED | |
DIMENSIONS |
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| Overall Length |
86.2 in
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| Overall Width | 28.0 in | |
| Overall Height | 41.7 in | |
| Wheelbase |
58.7 in
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| Ground Clearance |
5.7 in
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| Seat Height |
27.0 in
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| Wet Weight |
324 lbs/ CA Model 326 lb
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WARRANTY |
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| Warranty | 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty) | |
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