Yamaha DS250 DragStar vs Tank Sports Vision 250E (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha DS250 DragStarstacks up against the Tank Sports Vision 250E. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Yamaha DS250 DragStar | Tank Sports Vision 250E |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Horsepower | 21 hp | 17 hp |
| Torque | 21 Nm | — |
| Weight | — | 140 kg |
| Seat height | 26 mm | 28 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.9 L | — |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 80/100-18 / 130/90-15 | 110/90-16 / 130/90-15 |
Yamaha DS250 DragStar vs Tank Sports Vision 250E — which should you buy?
Picking between the Yamaha DS250 DragStar and the Tank Sports Vision 250E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DS250 DragStar brings 21 hp, while the Tank Sports Vision 250E counters with 17 hp at 140 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: