The Yamaha V Star 250 is a small cruiser sold in the US from 2008, continuing the Virago 250 under a new name. It uses an air-cooled 249cc V-twin with classic cruiser styling and a low seat.
Its light weight and easy power make it a popular first motorcycle. It is simple, cheap to run and reliable. Rivals include the Honda Rebel 300 and Suzuki TU250X.
| Year | Photo | Engine | Power | Weight | Seat | Fields |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ![]() |
249 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 28 |
| 2023 | ![]() |
249 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 49 |
| 2022 | ![]() |
249 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 49 |
| 2021 | ![]() |
249 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 49 |
| 2020 | ![]() |
249 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 49 |
| 2019 | ![]() |
249 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 49 |
| 2018 | ![]() |
245.8 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 47 |
| 2017 | ![]() |
249 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 47 |
| 2016 | ![]() |
249 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 47 |
| 2015 | ![]() |
249 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 46 |
| 2014 | ![]() |
245.8 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 47 |
| 2013 | ![]() |
245.8 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 47 |
| 2012 | ![]() |
245.8 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 46 |
| 2011 | ![]() |
245.8 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 47 |
| 2010 | ![]() |
249 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 46 |
| 2009 | ![]() |
249 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 44 |
| 2008 | ![]() |
249 cc | 21 hp | 137 kg | 686 mm | 44 |