Yamaha XV 250 Virago 2021 vs. Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Yamaha XV 250 Virago 2021

Yamaha XV 250 Virago 2021

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

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Overview - Yamaha XV 250 Virago 2021 vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Yamaha XV 250 Virago 2021

Yamaha XV 250 Virago 2021

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Technical Specifications Yamaha XV 250 Virago 2021 compared to Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Yamaha XV 250 Virago 2021
Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore49 mmBore70 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke58.6 mm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio11.3
DisplacementDisplacement249 ccmDisplacement499 ccm

Suspension Front

DiameterDiameter33 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel127 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

TravelTravel101 mmTravel90 mm

Brakes Front

DiameterDiameter282 mmDiameter310 mm

Brakes Rear

DiameterDiameter130 mmDiameter240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Rear tyre widthRear tyre width130 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height90 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter15 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,200 mmLength2,250 mm
WidthWidth815 mmWidth785 mm
HeightHeight1,140 mmHeight1,100 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,500 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height685 mmSeat Height735 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity9.5 lFuel Tank Capacity13 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XV 250 Virago 2021

Yamaha XV 250 Virago 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

The Kawasaki Eliminator 500 is a successful bike in a competitive price segment. The latest addition from the green brand offers easy handling and riding pleasure at an attractive price. Beginners, returning riders and smart bikers will all enjoy this urban cruiser. In my opinion, the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 could achieve cult status.

Handling, despite low ground clearance, an attack the twisties

Engine, good torque

Weight, 167 kg

Gearbox, excellent shifting

Seating position, comfortably neutral Driving licence class A2

Rear-view mirror, stylish but hardly any visibility to the rear tyres, IRC spongy, gives hardly any feedback

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha XV 250 Virago vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500

Price Yamaha XV 250 Virago

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Price Kawasaki Eliminator 500

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