2006 Yamaha Virago 250

2006 Yamaha Virago 250 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Cruiser
MSRP
$3,499
Dealers
Warranty
12
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Cruiser
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Yamaha
Display Name
Virago 250
Year
2006
Make
Yamaha
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Air
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
2
Valve Configuration
SOHC
Bore (mm/in)
49 / 1.93
Stroke (mm/in)
66 / 2.6
Displacement (cc/ci)
249 / 15.2
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Turbocharged
No
Supercharged
No
Carburetion Brand
Mikuni
Fuel Injector
No
Carburetor
Yes
Number Of Carburetors
1
Carburetor Size (mm)
26
Carburetion Type
Carburetor
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5)
2.643 / 1.684 / 1.261 / 1 / 0.821
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Steel
Tube / Tubeless
Tubed
Front Wheel Width (in)
1.6
Rear Wheel Width (in)
2.75
Chromed
Yes
Front Tire Width
3
Front Wheel Diameter
18
Rear Tire Width
130
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
90
Rear Tire Speed Rating
V
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Front Tire (Full Spec)
3 X 18
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
130/90 VR15
Front Brake Type
Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.1 / 282
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
5.1 / 130
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.3 / 33
Front Travel (in/mm)
5.5 / 139.7
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
3.9 / 99.1
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
7.18
Width (in/mm)
32.1 / 813.3
Height (in/mm)
44.9 / 1140.5
Wheelbase (in/mm)
58.7 / 1491
Turning Radius (ft)
9.2
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
5.7 / 144.8
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
2.2
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
302 / 137
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
324 / 147
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)
432 / 196
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
2.5 / 9.5
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)
0.69 / 2.6
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
0.82
Seat Type
Two-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
27 / 685.8
Number Of Seats
2
Detachable Passenger Seat
Standard
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Fork Guards
No
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Light Guard
No
Side Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Warranty (Months/Condition)
12 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Metallic
No
Handlebar Lock
Standard
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Helmet Locks
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
User Reviews
2 reviews
  • surprising 250
    By  (I am an Owner) on May 05, 2016

    I have a yamaha 250 virago small cruiser its really surprising,need to sell and move on 4300 miles still runs great

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  • 250 Virago 2006
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 01, 2016

    I recently purchased a used 2006, 250 Virago with 4700 miles on it. From the start I loved this bike. handles great and has a comfortable feel. I might add I rode the bike 150 miles right after purchase, from Quincy, IL to Davenport, IA. This little scoot ran like a champ. 75 mph on highway (I ...

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