2008 V Star 250 Specifications - Star Motorcycle forum: Yamaha Star Raider, V-Max, V-Star, Road-Star discussion forum

admin · 03-17-2008, 10:08 PM

MSRP*$3,599 (Black Cherry) Available from September 2007
EngineType249cc air-cooled, SOHC 60-degree V-twin, 2 valves/cylinderBore x Stroke49 x 66mmCompression Ratio10.0:1Carburetion26mm MikuniIgnitionTCI
Transmission5-speed; multiplate wet clutchFinal DriveChain
ChassisFrameSteel tubeSuspension/Front33mm fork; 5.5-in travel
Suspension/RearDual shocks; adjustable preload,3.9-in travel
Brakes/FrontHydraulic disc, 282mmBrakes/Rear130mm drum
Tires/Front3.00-18Tires/Rear130/90-15WheelsSpoke
Dimensions Length86.2 in Width32.1 in Height44.9 in
Seat Height27.0 in
Wheelbase58.7 in
Dry Weight302 lb
Fuel Capacity2.5 gal
Warranty1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)

LilBmama · 08-23-2009, 07:45 PM

You really have to see this bike to appreciate it to the full extent. It may sound like a "small" bike but it is really great for the small stature people, like myself.

Bob · 08-25-2009, 06:13 AM

I can't really get a bike this small. I'm 6'4. I would look like a clown riding on that thing. I'd prefer something a little bigger like the Warrior or something like that.

LilBmama · 08-27-2009, 06:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob

I can't really get a bike this small. I'm 6'4. I would look like a clown riding on that thing. I'd prefer something a little bigger like the Warrior or something like that.

Well I am 5'3" if I stretch real good or wear some clunky style boots! lol Yea I don't think this bike would suit you too well.

mcdunn · 08-29-2009, 09:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob

I can't really get a bike this small. I'm 6'4. I would look like a clown riding on that thing. I'd prefer something a little bigger like the Warrior or something like that.

It would be quite amusing though I'm sure. Maybe you should go try one out and post a picture!! Yeah, I definitely think you will need something larger than this bike!

LilBmama · 09-07-2009, 06:15 PM

It would be very amuzing. The guy who pulled the one I test drove around the side of the building from in the show room, I would say he was about 5' 11" or so and he looked huge on the little bike!

kutter · 05-10-2011, 09:43 AM

I just bought mine last night, & I'm 5' 11". I did not feel cramped at all & don't think I looked silly on it. Too bad if I do cause it is a nice bike.

kutter · 06-03-2011, 11:41 AM

Last night I installed a new D.I.D. X-ring chain & 17/38 sprockets. I thought the gear range was too low. I was right, this was the ticket.

Now, as I'm keeping up with traffic down our expressway on the way to work, instaead of winding out this little stroker to 7500 rpm to do 75, I'm turning just under 6000. It's sweeeet! 1st gear pulls fine, & all the gears are higher, putting 4th a bit higher than 16/45 sprockets had 5th, & 5th is like a 6th gear.

I really love this bike now. Just got my new Moto Centric tail bag & tank bag & used the tail bag this morning & it is very nice to use as a brief case for work. The bags give me enough storage to do an overnighter home to my moms 90 miles away.

03-17-2008, 10:08 PM	#1 (permalink)
admin Administrator Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 785	2008 V Star 250 Specifications MSRP*$3,599 (Black Cherry) Available from September 2007 EngineType249cc air-cooled, SOHC 60-degree V-twin, 2 valves/cylinderBore x Stroke49 x 66mmCompression Ratio10.0:1Carburetion26mm MikuniIgnitionTCI Transmission5-speed; multiplate wet clutchFinal DriveChain ChassisFrameSteel tubeSuspension/Front33mm fork; 5.5-in travel Suspension/RearDual shocks; adjustable preload,3.9-in travel Brakes/FrontHydraulic disc, 282mmBrakes/Rear130mm drum Tires/Front3.00-18Tires/Rear130/90-15WheelsSpoke Dimensions Length86.2 in Width32.1 in Height44.9 in Seat Height27.0 in Wheelbase58.7 in Dry Weight302 lb Fuel Capacity2.5 gal Warranty1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty) Article

06-03-2011, 11:41 AM	#8 (permalink)
kutter Junior Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 8	Sprocket Change Last night I installed a new D.I.D. X-ring chain & 17/38 sprockets. I thought the gear range was too low. I was right, this was the ticket. Now, as I'm keeping up with traffic down our expressway on the way to work, instaead of winding out this little stroker to 7500 rpm to do 75, I'm turning just under 6000. It's sweeeet! 1st gear pulls fine, & all the gears are higher, putting 4th a bit higher than 16/45 sprockets had 5th, & 5th is like a 6th gear. I really love this bike now. Just got my new Moto Centric tail bag & tank bag & used the tail bag this morning & it is very nice to use as a brief case for work. The bags give me enough storage to do an overnighter home to my moms 90 miles away.

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08-23-2009, 07:45 PM	#2 (permalink)
LilBmama Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 31	You really have to see this bike to appreciate it to the full extent. It may sound like a "small" bike but it is really great for the small stature people, like myself.

08-25-2009, 06:13 AM	#3 (permalink)
Bob Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 5	I can't really get a bike this small. I'm 6'4. I would look like a clown riding on that thing. I'd prefer something a little bigger like the Warrior or something like that.

09-07-2009, 06:15 PM	#6 (permalink)
LilBmama Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 31	It would be very amuzing. The guy who pulled the one I test drove around the side of the building from in the show room, I would say he was about 5' 11" or so and he looked huge on the little bike!

05-10-2011, 09:43 AM	#7 (permalink)
kutter Junior Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 8	I just bought mine last night, & I'm 5' 11". I did not feel cramped at all & don't think I looked silly on it. Too bad if I do cause it is a nice bike.