Yamaha DS250 DragStar vs Vento Colt (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha DS250 DragStarstacks up against the Vento Colt. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Yamaha DS250 DragStar | Vento Colt |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Horsepower | 21 hp | 18 hp |
| Torque | 21 Nm | 16 Nm |
| Weight | — | 140 kg |
| Seat height | 26 mm | 28 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.9 L | 3.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc |
| Tires | 80/100-18 / 130/90-15 | 110/90-21 / 130/90-16 |
Yamaha DS250 DragStar vs Vento Colt — which should you buy?
Picking between the Yamaha DS250 DragStar and the Vento Colt usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DS250 DragStar brings 21 hp, while the Vento Colt counters with 18 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: