Yamaha Xv250 Virago vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xv250 Virago vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec. Yamaha Xv250 Virago: 21 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 148 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Bolt R-spec: 54 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 252 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xv250 Virago
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Horsepower (hp)
21 hp
54 hp
Torque (Nm)
19.6 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
148 kg
252 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
21 hp @ 8,000 rpm
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
19.6 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
80 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
130 km/h
175 km/h (estimated)
Weight
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
252 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.0 L/100km (approx. 33 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
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
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
7.8/10
"A genuinely rewarding urban cruiser that rewards patient, style-conscious riders."
Pros
+Bulletproof reliability record
+Strong resale value retention
+Gorgeous factory finish quality
Cons
−Seat punishes longer rides
−Suspension undersprung for heavier riders
−No wind protection whatsoever
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