Built around Yamaha's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2006 Yamaha Virago 250 utilizes a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 49.0 x 66.0 mm (1.9 x 2.6 inches) with a 10.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Virago 250 measures 137 kg (302 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 686 mm (27 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,491 mm (58.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 9.46-liter (2.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2005 to 2007, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
686 mm (27 in)
Engine
Displacement249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke49.0 x 66.0 mm (1.9 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 26mm Mikuni
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDigital TCI
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionTwin shocks w/adjustable spring preload
Rear Travel109 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase1491 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/90-V18
Rear Tyre130/90-V15
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø282 mm (11.1 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø130 mm (5.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight137.0 kg (302.0 pounds)
Seat Height686 mm (27.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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