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2009 Yamaha V Star 250

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2009 Yamaha V Star 250 Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Cruiser
BASE MSRP(US)	$3,790.00
Dealers	Yamaha Dealers
Warranty	12
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Finance
Engine:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Air
Valves	4
Valves Per Cylinder	2
Valve Configuration	SOHC
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Chain
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	3 X 18
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	130/90 VR15
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	58.7 / 1491
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	2.5 / 9.5

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my first bike

By jim(Owner), May. 11, 2009

this was the bike that one dealer told me i didn't want as it was too small, but being a beginner, so removed from days as a teenager on my uncle's honda 250, i wanted something to get back in the saddle...this bike has been perfect, plenty of torque, light and easy to move around...i'm loving being... Read Full Review

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Automatic V Star

By Michael(Owner), Oct. 1, 2009

I purchased one of these recently and ventured a step further to add an EFM Auto Clutch to it.

I have issues with my Clutch hand and this allows me to ride without the use of the clutch. Also great for beginners!

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Love It!!!

By Dave Sarver(Owner), Apr. 18, 2010

I have been riding for 45 years and have had many, many bikes I have an 2009 800cc and being older sometimes have trouble holding it up. So I bought the VStar 250 so I could ride any time I wanted to. It is a great little machine snappy has enough power for anything but the interstate highway.

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Great little Bike

By Kellen Cassidy(Owner), Aug. 26, 2009

My first bike ever and I really love it. It has pretty good power. Upgraded the front and rear sprockets from the stock. Runs smooth with pretty good pick up. Get blown around on the highway cuz the bike is so light, but able to keep up no problems and not much strain rpm wise on the engine. Read Full Review

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First Bike and I think its great

By Steve Lambert(Owner), Oct. 15, 2009

My first bike, just got licensed this month and already fell in love with this one!!! It moves easy, makes me feel comfortable, great secondary road long ride, as in, I did 200 miles just outside of Boston in two days. Sad to see I ll park in soon til spring. I highly recommend this.
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