2018
Yamaha Drag Star 250 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 979291 |
|---|---|
| Category | Custom-cruiser |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | Drag Star 250 |
| Year | 2018 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Double cradle |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 282 mm (11.1 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic fork |
| Fronttyre | 80/100-18 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rake | 35.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Swingarm |
| Reartyre | 130/90-15 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Seat | Dual seat |
| Trail | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 49.0 x 66.0 mm (1.9 x 2.6 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multiple plate coil springs |
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | Constant mesh |
| Enginedetails | V2, four-stroke |
| Enginetype | 60-degree V-twin |
| Fuelconsumption | 3.02 litres/100 km (33.1 km/l or 77.89 mpg) |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. BDS26 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Greenhousegases | 70.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Power | 20.78 HP (15.2 kW)) @ 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 20.70 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.3 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 2 |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | White, grey, red |
|---|---|
| Comments | Sold in Japan. Also called V Star 250. |
| Electrical | 12V, 6Ah battery |
| Light | Halogen bulb 12V, 60/55W headlight |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 11.00 litres (2.91 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Oilcapacity | 1.80 litres (0.12 quarts) |
| Overallheight | 1,075 mm (42.3 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,320 mm (91.3 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 910 mm (35.8 inches) |
| Seatheight | 670 mm (26.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 160.0 kg (352.7 pounds) |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.