Yamaha virago 250 xv250 Bobber: Let's go for a ride !!!

[@JoseOchoa-dw9vk]

Awesome video. Great job on the bike. I too follow Iredetas. Getting ideas from both channels for my 2013 vstar 250

[@JoseOchoa-dw9vk]

Just ordered the same air filter. Right now my carb is apart for cleaning due to hesitation issues. Getting new pipes. Using your videos and IRIDETAS videos as inspiration

[@iRidetas]

Thanks for the shout out man, your bike looks and sounds a treat, congrats on the awesome build

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thank you for all the great videos you put out!

[@iRidetas]

@@rabidsquirrelgarage745 nice to hear they were of use to you! 😀

[@Xlay16]

@@iRidetas i had great ideeas and inspirations from you aswell mate, will put a video of my xv250 and give you a shout out

[@iRidetas]

@@Xlay16 thanks mate

[@js5072]

My gf owns one, this bike is super fun! Hard to walk reverse because the turn radius. I rode it 75 mph on the i84 and its so comfortable. Absolute perfect starter bike that you would have a hard time upgrading one day because you'll love it so much.

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Awesome!!!

[@emilysimmons7318]

As a new rider *and I mean NEW*.. I needed to hear this! I bought a 1999 and we're working out a few bugs, nothing major, before I try doing anything more than rolling 5mph up and down my driveway. It feels good so far though. I like the fit and it really does sound sweet!

[@justanotheropossumchannel]

Im just a big Yamaha fan. I love my V Star.

[@youngyeller]

i would be proud of it too. the red and black and whitewalls look good.

[@grominwithrob1339]

I have 5 bikes currently. Everything from sport, trail and dirt. I am looking at one of these for backroad commuting. I haven't had a cruiser yet, but I am looking forward to some comfort for high milage runs that i can still get some good efficiency out of. I will definitely be modding it. I like cheap bikes that you can really make your own. Great build, and those pipes sound amazing. 👍

[@armandobernal3846]

I have Yamaha virago 250cc 2003 i love it 👍🏼

[@mqbitsko25]

I want a little 250 class V-Twin in a Janus Halcyon. Dressed up to look as "antique" as possible.

[@garyconstant4234]

Lovely bike. Sounds good and cruises just right. I’ve got the 535 with few Harley bits on and a smart paint job. Ride safe and greetings from England

[@keithmason3461]

Hi DJ, I recently bought a 2010 Yamaha v star xv250 6550 miles on speedometer thanks to you.😁 I absolutely love how easy it is to ride no effort needed. I still have 2010 Honda shadow vt750s which was my favourite until getting the Yamaha virago xv250. Also sold my 2006 Triumph rocket 3 because of surgery I recently underwent for esophageal cancer surgery and chemotherapy, it made it difficult for me to handle all that weight. I enjoy your KZbin videos. Stay safe buddy.😃

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Awesome, I hope you are doing well. I lost a daughter due to cancer. It's hard to go through. I can only imagine how it feels. Good luck to you and blessing come your way.

[@keithmason3461]

@@rabidsquirrelgarage745 thank you kindly for taking time to reply. I am so sorry to hear about your daughter. I was diagnosed very late and given a year to live in July 2018 but somehow with the power of pray from family and friends God has given me second chance. I was able to have chemotherapy and surgery and more chemotherapy and during 2018 and March 2019 and so far in remission. Thank you sweet Jesus. In a way cancer has been blessing for me it's brought me closer God and made realise I need to cherish my life family and friends. My email is [e-mail] please can you give your email I would like to send you photos of my bikes. Take care and thanks for your KZbin channel it has helped me. Also please see youtube channel called biker bits by Mark Victor he's done build series on a 1998 Yamaha virago xv250.

[@Karmah01]

I've always wanted a Virago ever since the early 80's. I'm short and the Virago fits me perfectly! Love the tires! I'd paint the bike red, though. Love the bike anyway! 😍

[@prodBrainShot]

I bought a 750 in not the best condition for 600 and its now chopped and a bobber. Best purchase iv ever made

[@haydnthompson8926]

I got the same bike and it was my first bike, got it running and running pretty good! Mine is all stock minus some blinkers and straight pipes i put on it. I have that similar issue where the clutch is way out but ive adjusted it as far as i could and its barely good enough, i put new clutch discs in it and i have a brand new carb on the way aswell as a stage 1 jet kit to get her singing good. I dont ride it enought because i have newer faster bikes but i almost want to upgrade the sprokets but i can get to 80 just barely which i think is fine i jist use it to put around. Love your bike! They may not have alot of power or speed but man are they fun even for experienced riders lile us. Keep up the info amd videos!

[@orestephunx618]

Love your channel and the work un have done on the virago. Im about to buy one as my first bike. Will appreciate your tutorials!!

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Awesome, thank you!

[@jimvincent1374]

I Ride Tas, a legend

[@daveallen9585]

Your bike is beautiful, nice work sir. My Virago 250 is a 2001 in stock form other than a sprocket change I did years ago. And a windshield. I went with 17/42 being in the hills in mid East Tennessee. Tires are 130/90-15 rear and 90/90-18 front. Mine runs out to 75mph in 4’th (if I ask it too) and runs out of steam in 5’th somewhere around 95 I’m guessing. It only shows 85 but the engine pulls until the needle is about 1” past the 85 mark. My pipes are factory.. and the reason I haven’t changed them is because the aftermarket pipes over scavenge with these small 250’s and you actually lose a bit of speed using them even when you re-jet the carb for the new pipes. I ride mine out of state and have been enjoying it for years.

[@mindfulblacksheep8533]

Love the bike ,sweet ride ♥️

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thanks, labor of love for me.

[@bradmcpherson7342]

I have enjoyed your videos on this bike. I'm thinking of buying a motorcycle, and a 250 Yamaha is on of the bikes I'm considering. I have not ridden for quite a while but want to get back into it. A street bike will be more my speed. This video just told me the area you live in, east of Cincinnati. I. travel when I work and was just out there. Continue making the videos.

[@terryweathers1467]

Hi I have a xv250.and I love it.i have done some mods to it.i got the seat idea from you tuned out great.

[@ronaldgholson5107]

That really is a nice bike! Being an old Boomer, maybe a bike this size n style would be a far better ride for me (and everyone around me) than even an 883 Iron. I have always liked Yamaha. In fact, very few Harley riders speak Ill of Yamaha. Thanks, great video!

[@garyconstant4234]

That bike sounds and goes really good 👍 I just fitted a pair of them bar end mirrors. Genuine made in England one’s which was a lucky find. Lovely dog by the way

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Nice 👍 Thanks!!!

[@coltonpeters2077]

So I got a question so I just got a Yamaha virago and I really like your handle bars and headlight and mirrors and I was wondering where you got those. And your exhaust

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

I got the bars and lights from Amazon and the exhuast from eBay. Check out the play list for this bike, I have a video for them all.

[@MrWilde]

beautiful work mate, looks fantastic. #LoveYourWork

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@AC-jh3pn]

I will be getting a vstar 250nfor my first bike I hope to make it just like this one what a cool bike

[@jakobwheelhand9907]

Doing the same look on my sportster 1200

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Good luck!! I'm looking for an older Sportster to do it to also!!

[@coltonpeters2077]

Did you have to get new cables and stuff when you got the taller bars

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

The cables were fine. I did have to lengthen the wires though. I have a video on it in the playlist.

[@leoclay5356]

My 21 vstar 250 does 87 bonestock on level ground

[@FroggiesAnonymous]

Hi! I'm looking to actually buy a used Yamaha Virago 250, and I was wondering if you can make a video on what sort of things to look for with this specific bike, and things to be aware of? Loved your video!

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

I will try!

[@TimmyDahitman]

That thang is clean

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thanks!!

[@noone-oo1bn]

I love my 125

[@johnniesurfs]

Can you post a link to what kind of handlebars those are? And where you got them I'm going to order some.

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Sure, here ya go! amzn.to/3rvdi8G

[@mrmuisc7]

Where did you get your air filter !? Thanks in advance

[@larespuertorico]

Sounds great

[@jft7174]

Nice build

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thanks!!

[@danielbanks3589]

Where did you get the seat?

[@JosueFranco_oficial]

How’d you get exhaust to sound like that?

[@polartsang]

that idling seems pretty high. did you ride on the choke or is the idling speed set that way?

[@rogerlawrencewhite1475]

Beautiful job, have been thinking of getting an Xv250 as I’ve ridden for 10 yrs but havnt ridden in10 yrs and wanted a small bike to get around on and it’s the best 250 cruiser that I’ve seen and will have good insurance rate as I’m 50 now. What are your thoughts on the big bore kit? Or would porting and some cams along with bigger carb and exhaust be better? TY and wishing you many years of safe and fun riding Bro 😎👍🏻

[@jefffeiock6812]

I like that seat can you tell where you got it

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

That is the stock seat ! I just cut it down and reshaped it !! Check out my play list for this bike!

[@jefffeiock6812]

I'm building a 750 Virago Bobber is that the stock rear fender chopped if so could you tell me what light you're using on the back and what seat

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

I'm using this brake light: amzn.to/3k6cOCT and the seat is stock, I reshaped and recovered it myself in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qamToJ5oebaHhcU

[@ariaplayzxo123]

What size are your bars? Did you need to put on longer cables? Thanks

[@h3rm1tspaceballer23]

Unwrap the cables from tree and notice how they are mounted onto the bars. 8 or 10 apes fit. These look like 12 almost with stock it appears (stocks remounted). Might be 10s and its camera effect?

[@Marko-od7eb]

Nice bike. What sprocket configuration are you using ?

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

17/40

[@tylerwatt7697]

i wonder why the Canadian variant doesn't have the Yamaha Star on the speedometer?

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Could be the year or in some countries it isn't sold as a Virago but under a different name. Can't remember what the other name is.

[@noahbrumsey809]

i love the bike! what bars do you have on there?

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thanks! I got them on Amazon: amzn.to/30LmHgI

[@kutunets]

Super cool bike!! Which Air filter are you using? It is looking great!

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

I bought the filter on Amazom, just search for VW air filter. Here is the video of me installing it.

[@AC-jh3pn]

Slick bike man,

[@armandobernal3846]

where did you get the air filter could you tell me?

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

I bought to on Amazon, just search for VW air filter. Here is a video of me installing it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYfPYqGon9qorKc

[@NathanGundy94]

hello I am a huge fan of your channel and I was enquiring out of respect from you am I able to replicate 90% of your ideas from your virago 250 build and apply them to my own virago build. that I am currently building

[@mr.shrewsbury9433]

I like it. 👍

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@calebhaynes2780]

How did you get the white walls my bike they said they couldn’t bc my tired was to small on my bike it’s the same one as that

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

I did them myself using this: amzn.to/2Q0x2k8 -- You can watch the video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpzYZIhmh92Ub7c

[@petamenos1]

Yo squirrel got a question, do you always rest your right foot over the rear break or only when you are about to use it?

[@michaelpeters2650]

Hi mate were abouts did you get your air filter from mate

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

I got it off Amazon. Just search for VW air filter.

[@michaelpeters2650]

Awesome thanks mate

[@rafaelcarmona7651]

Esta bien chingona este modelo!

[@capitanknightfilms3986]

Could you please suggest a good website where i could purchase good quality original and generic aftermarket parts for my virago xv250 please. For my overhaul project Thank you very much. I follow all your videos are very instructive learnt a lot.

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Looking for parts from China on eBay is the best place I've found. Not much else out there.

[@capitanknightfilms3986]

@@rabidsquirrelgarage745 yep seems to be the place thanks anyway keep riding be safe 👌

[@SuperAsianDude1]

sounds like its running a bit lean

[@carolinamischief9344]

Are you in nc ? That area looks familiar. If so we need to meet up an ride!

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Nah, Ohio. A ride would be nice though, been working too much, need to ride more.

[@navoda1019]

plz sir can you tell me how tall you are in feet

[@geraldburmeister9637]

@rabid sqirrelgarage. Just found your channel and we seem to have similar taste. I have a 15 vstar 250 and also used to own a cb1000c. Both are great bikes and great job on the build!!! Subbed!

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thanks!!

[@geraldburmeister9637]

@@rabidsquirrelgarage745 next spring I'm considering an ecotron fuel injection system and the small turbo they also sell. I have the 17-40 sprockets myself but I want to be able to maintain 70mph on the interstate when its windy. My speedo reads about 4 mph fast at road speed. I know a lot of people will say why spend so much on a small bike but I think the build would be a blast and I'd have a one of a kind and that would make it worth every penny at least to me!

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

@@geraldburmeister9637 Don't listen to others, do what you find exciting and fun!! This bike is super fun for such a small engine. I plan to ride it a lot.

[@geraldburmeister9637]

@@rabidsquirrelgarage745 I don't I was just fending off the crap before it started lol! Small bikes are awsesome!!!!

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

@@geraldburmeister9637 I hear ya! Fun stuff!!

[@marcelfrederick7241]

I have a 2007 Yamaha Vigaro XV250 that I'd like to put whitewall tires on. Does anyone have them for my stock wheels, and if so, could you please let me know who sells them?

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

I looked everywhere I could think of and didn't find any for that size that came with white walls. This is why I did my own. They still look awesome after all this time and riding. I have a video on how I did it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpzYZIhmh92Ub7c

[@marcelfrederick7241]

@@rabidsquirrelgarage745 thank you so much for your rapid response, and all of your helpful videos. Just watched the one on whitewall DIY you made, and it saved me. I just bought my first motorcycle 7 days ago (never even sat on one before), and I've ridden it once. Awesome bike, but already want to modify it. Thanks again for everything you do. 🏍️✌️

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

@@marcelfrederick7241 Thank you!!! I hope you journey well and an angel be on your shoulder.

[@stanislavkireev1718]

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[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thanks!!

[@MobySeniorDik]

How tall are you and how comfortable is the bike?

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

I am 5' 8" and the seat is a little stiff but not bad. You would definitely not want to ride for more than an hour without a break.

[@desert.grouper]

What is your height 5.9?

[@willewart8159]

sick fucking bike dude you did a great job

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thanks!!!

[@chopracer]

it should do 80mph stock so idk what you did but it aint right

[@motorcyclemechanic.]

Nice build but you have a hanging idol air leak

[@coltonpeters2077]

But great looking bike

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thanks!!

[@troyheald77]

AAA+++Bedford,Texas

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thanks !!!!

[@donaldbarrett2267]

A windshield might be reajly helpful at hiway speeds

[@axtra92]

250 isnt that a little bit small?

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Once I put the different sprockets, air filter and exhaust on it, it isn't bad at all. You would know it was a 250.

[@kylearruda8419]

Still max out at 70ish?

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

@@kylearruda8419 I can get close to 80 on flat roads.

[@davidwheels9899]

Good tail 👍❤️

[@rabidsquirrelgarage745]

Thanks 😁

[@ee232jensen]

Dam noise. Super mc 🇩🇰👍

[@YRASFC]

You ride like it’s your first day on a bike I don’t wana heckle but I’m more than half way through this and I can’t believe what I’m watching not knowing your gears this is wack HAHAHAHA

[@YRASFC]

Granny shifting throttle dropping squirrel 🐿 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@YRASFC]

Who test rides an old bike let alone a bobber build and doesn’t bring a vice grip with them lmao

[@YRASFC]

You ride like it’s your first day on a bike I don’t wana heckle but I’m more than half way through this and I can’t believe what I’m watching not knowing your gears this is wack HAHAHAHA