Bajaj Avenger 220 vs Yamaha Xv250 Virago
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Bajaj Avenger 220
Yamaha Xv250 Virago
Horsepower (hp)
19.03 hp
21 hp
Torque (Nm)
17.55 Nm
19.6 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
114 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
152 kg
148 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
19.03 hp @ 8,400 rpm
21 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
17.55 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
19.6 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
114 km/h
130 km/h
Weight
152 kg (curb weight)
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.0 L/100km or approximately 33 km/L
3.0 L/100km (approx. 33 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Bajaj Avenger 220
6.5/10
"Solid budget cruiser if you buy carefully and manage expectations."
Pros
+Relaxed, comfortable riding position
+Affordable parts and servicing
+Decent highway cruising ability
Cons
−Mediocre braking performance
−Cheap plastics and switchgear
−Limited power for overtaking
Yamaha Xv250 Virago
7.5/10
"The definitive first cruiser — honest, tough, and genuinely fun."
Pros
+Near-bulletproof V-twin engine
+Excellent low seat height
+Parts availability still strong
Cons
−Carbs hate being neglected
−Outgrown within one season
−Many examples are abused