Yamaha XV 250 Virago - [1997] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Yamaha XV 250 Virago - [1997]

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Yamaha XV 250 Virago - [1997]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Yamaha XV 250 Virago
  • Year: 1997 | Type: Cruiser
  • Engine: 249 cc (15.1 ci) 4 Valve
  • Engine Type: Horizontal In-Line | Cylinders: 2
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: SOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Air | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 5 speed / Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 145 kgs (319 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 137 kgs (302 lbs)
  • Power: 23 bhp (17 kW) @ 8000 rpm
  • Torque: 15.8 lb-ft (21.5 Nm) @ 6000 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 158.6 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 109.6 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 23.3 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 23.8 secs
  • Top Speed: 85 mph (136.7 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 15.04 secs @ 75 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Yamaha XV 250 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Yamaha XV 250 Virago is the 5 speed / Manual version and was first brought out in 1997. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1997 Suzuki GW 400 Inazuma and the 1997 Suzuki TS 125 Single Cylinder.This particular Yamaha XV 250 has a 249cc Air cooled, Two stroke, Horizontal In-Line Petrol powerplant with 2 cylinders and Carburettor.

Suzuki GV 700 GL Madura - [1984] image

An alternative Horizontal In-Line engine, Cruiser style motorbike includes the Suzuki GV 700 GL Madura - [1984]

The 1997 XV 250 shares its Horizontal In-Line engine and Cruiser style configuration with the likes of the 1984 Suzuki GV 700 GL Madura and the 1984 Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk S. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the XV 250's Cruiser style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1991 Kawasaki EL 250 Eliminator | 1991cc.1991 Kawasaki EL 250 Eliminator - ZL 250 LX | 1991cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 145 kgs (319 lbs) this makes the Yamaha XV 250 Virago in the same weight category as the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom or the 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator 500 Twin, give or take 50kg.

Honda MSX 125 Grom - [2025] image

The 1997 Yamaha XV 250 shares the same bhp with the Honda MSX 125 Grom - [2025]

In terms of power the 249cc 4 valve Horizontal In-Line 2 cylinder engine produces 23 bhp (17 kW) @ 8000 rpm similar to the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [9.6 bhp (7 kW) @ 7250 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [36.1 bhp (26 kW) @ 12000 rpm].

The SOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 15.8 lb-ft (21.5 Nm) @ 6000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [7.6 lb-ft (10.4 Nm) @ 5500 rpm] and the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid [32.1 lb-ft (43.5 Nm) @ 7500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Yamaha XV 250 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Honda CBR 300 R - [2010] image

The 2010 Honda CBR 300 R has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1997 Yamaha XV 250 Virago.

The 1997 Yamaha XV 250 Virago has a Power to weight ratio of 158.6 bhp per ton and 109.6 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1997 XV 250 competing with the 2010 Honda CBR 300 R [183.1 bhp\ton] and the 2013 Honda CBR 300 R [183.1 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Yamaha XV 250 generating around 109.6 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1979 Honda XR 250 Single Cylinder [134.3 lb-ft per ton] and the 1983 Kawasaki KDX 200 Single Cylinder [134.1 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 23.3 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 23.8 secs, this makes the Yamaha XV 250 Virago similar in acceleration to the 2018 Honda DR 200 S (23.3 secs) and the 2016 Honda DR 200 S (23.3 secs). This Yamaha XV 250 Virago also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Suzuki Raider 150 - [2016] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1997 Yamaha XV 250 Virago and the 2016 Suzuki Raider 150

When talking about the performance of the 1997 Yamaha XV 250 Virago on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 17 secs @ 75 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2016 Suzuki Raider 150 (17 secs) and the 2000 Yamaha XV 250 Virago (17 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1997 version of the Yamaha XV 250 Virago has a maximum speed of 85mph.

Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Custom - [2018] image

Top Speed of the 1997 XV 250 equals the 2018 Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Custom

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1997 Yamaha XV 250 Virago then how about a 2018 Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Custom (96 mph) and the 2016 Yamaha XVS 650 V-Star Custom (96 mph).

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