Actually the bike has enough power to run 70 mph. on the highway. The rider has to have enough experience and forthought to avoid trouble. If yor answer to avoid trouble is more power, you've already allowed yourself to get into a dangerous situation. This isn't rocket surgery people. Think ahead. Brain power is more important than horse power. Q
Totally agree with you. I have been riding for 46 years all sizes of Hondas from 175 to 750. I would never exceed the posted speed limit plus 10 even when traffic is going faster. There is no point to faster; the point is getting to the destination safely and in one piece. Tickets are expensive, and and so are accidents... The pine or cardboard box you end up in will cost someone else... Slow the F down and enjoy the ride folks. I would feel most comfortable on a freeway with this bike going 70 in the middle or even slow lane.
Sure, however the issue is that these types of bikes are generally sought after by those who don't have experience. I think a consideration for a new rider has to be that they get a bike that has a power that matches their riding ability as well as their riding circumstances. If you're going to be doing more highway riding, it may be best to get something a little bit more powerful so that you have some margin at your riding level. A bike with 10 more hp is not going to rip your arms off either if you boot the throttle too much anyways.
I was recently given a V-Star 250 for $10. Since it's the only motorcycle I'll probably ever own (can't afford anything else), it has to be adequate. I was told once that if I don't appreciate what I already have, I'll never get anything else. I aim to appreciate my V-Star, so thanks for posting this video and helping me appreciate it.
my bike is probably the only one i’ll ever own too unless i can find more then a minimum wage job. so i definitely know how you feel and yes i appreciate my bike and have the most fun i can with it even tho i now want a bigger one
Not necessary to do 85 as you said. It's never ever necessary to get up 85 or so with any vehicle on any freeway nor any on-ramp. I have riden my 2016 Sym HD 200 (171cc) scooter from Seattle to Eastern Washington many times via I-90 with complete confidence about 'keeping up' and avoiding issues. There is nothing wrong with cruising along with a smaller displacement bike at 55-65 and once in a while opening up a bit to pass that semi. Thank You Dean Seattle
@@raritymotovlogs900 exactly, which is what I'm trying to say. Just because one state has 60-70mph speed limits, doesn't mean they all do. Wyoming and Texas have 2 of the highest speed limits in the country and so those people would need to know if a potential bike can handle the speed limit
I might grab this one as my first and only since I never plan to ride on the highway with it, mostly just for fun and around town/side roads and it has more than enough power for that. Great video!
Here is a noble idea if you are worried about being on the HWY with this thing. Stay in the RIGHT lane and stay on the RIGHT side of that lane and keep AWAY from the cars.
I had a 2009 V-Star 250 and its a great small bike. But it does have limitations and one is a very limited top speed. I was never able to get the speed over 78 mph on a flat section of the interstate and never road on a freeway (65+ mph limit) for more than 20 miles. The other drawback was acceleration fighting an incline. 55 mph and under it did adequate pulling a hill but over 55 it simply wasn't happening. Other than these drawbacks the bike was great and very maneuverable to take on the winding roads. Great fun.
I had one, never went more then 1/4 throddle, most of the time between 60~70mph and if I full throddled it it would have gone over 100mph. At the time I weighed about 130lbs @5'2" so that might have alot to do with it. I took it mainly from NewJersey to Upstate NewYork near the 7 lakes area and Bear Mountain.
I used to have this bike and remember the drive from Tallahassee Florida to Orlando Florida to see Megadeath. It can hold its own, but you’ll be in the slow lane the entire time. I rode a 50 CC scooter for years , so it wasn’t anything new to me at the time. 80 mpg is nice though. Keep that chain lubricated. Always keep a bottle with you.
In 1985 my ex wife had a 250 rebel. Would do 80 miles an hour on expressway. I have a 4 cylinder ford ranger and the rebel would out accelerate it . Just be careful and as on any motorcycle be aware of your surroundings!
sometimes it gets really sketchy because at night time cali flow of traffic is around 90-100 mph. that’s when I try to avoid going on freeways, I already don’t feel comfortable pushing my bike at 80 mph for long periods of time because i’m worried my engine will throw something
I have a 2023 250 Virago, have had it on the freeway 75 mph. It does wind up, it doesn't have a tach? 58 to 60-65 mph feels ok. I drive a road with 55 speed limit and get passed all the time at near or about 60. Keep an eye on the rear view I've been passed in my lane while riding on the right side of it. If I hadn't been glancing at the mirror and decided to ride the middle of lane I'd be road kill! I've programmed no highways, trying for slower road traffic and was taken on a 10 mile shortcut through sugar sand. I'm 70 yrs old with a bad hip handicapped plate. I wouldn't be able to hold a heaver bike up if it leaned to the left. 250 will have to do.. it will do 70-75+ engine rpms seem to high but it is built in a country where allot of the engines are made to wind up??
I am up here in Canada and all most all 4 lane 400 series highways have a speed limit of 60 miles an hour and just a few have 70. So for me the 250 would be good enough
I’ve taken a Honda XR150L on the freeway. Mind you, I am very aware that I won’t get 60-65 mph unless I’m going downhill. But when traffic is heavy, then I lane split and can generally keep up.
absolutely yes, it can clear 70 no problem and for a beginner bike it is a gem. Not sure how it is wherever you live but in ontario there are 3 tiers of licenses for motorcycles and I just recently got my M2 which allows for highway and night riding. The vstar 250 is everything you could possibly want in a beginner bike, you can't miss
OK at 2:25 you talk about " messing up your bike". Please explain in more detail. If you keep in the slow lane at ~75 mph or less, what happens ? Have you done an engine teardown inspection after prolonged riding at +80 mph ? Wish you would post again on this !
Been there. Done that. My 2003 would blow by traffic at 9k and even smooth out a bit. Don't know the speed, that speedo was so inaccurate and bounced around a lot. Once you got to 10k, the Ninja would come out! But that's apples to oranges: a l/c twin 6 sp. Can't be compared to an a/c 5sp v twin.
I think he just meant not to redline the motorcycle, like keeping it at its top speed on the freeway for a long time. Supposedly that's bad for the motorcycles engine as it makes it work harder in the long run, if keep the motorcycle running between 50-70mph it'll wine a lot less about those speeds and thus not mess up engine. Something like that
the engine is very strong in acceleration and torque, its weakness is in the brakes at high speeds it does not inspire confidence. for the rest, it is a very high-quality motorcycle, I have it in Greece, it is a May 1990 model, and the damage it sustained is - - - -none 😛
People who think they should start on a little 250. I highly highly highly suggest a Suzuki savage 650. They ride sooo nice for a little bike 70mph with a 240lb man zero problems Do wish it had a 6th gear tho If it had 6 gears. My bike would do 90 all day
The Honda 500 twins (CB500F, CB500X, CBR500R, Rebel 500) are very beginner-friendly, easy-going bikes that do highway with ease and get great fuel economy.
My freind David's girlfriend rode her 250 Rebel from Texas to California. She is a tiny gal,but she said it would do 65 mph all day long.😊 Miss ya Dave!!
truth is, there is no beginer bike for the freeway. if you are beginer, you should try to stay away from the freeway. at least get 1 year of everyday riding experience. thats my 2 cents.
I've had a VStar 250 since 2016. My opin about hwys is what kind of hwy? Are we talking bout suburban small town or big city? I would definitely not recc this bike in combative big city hwys. Especially not a beginner. Our motorcycle groups in Dallas had another dead biker every month. Rile of thumb is you don't know how to really ride till u been biking for a solid year. Cocky young bikers best have good hospital insurance. That said, if u are cautious and sensible, the VStar 250 is a fab bike. I love mine, basically for cruising around town. Biking hwys was better back in the day when the speed limit was 55mph. You could sensibly cruise the hwy back then. Now, hwy speed up to 70 or more? I just get no pleasure from that. If the speed limit is 70, lots ppl are gonna be doing 80 and the nuts will be doing 100+. So if you're doing 80 and you get 30mph headwind, you're in an F2 tornado. Maybe fun for 10 seconds but on a daily commute? And be aware - a strong sidewind can blow a motorcycle into a different lane.
@@colek-98ok so then what bike sould i get, i am not going on the freeway immediately just woundering, Iv always wanted a to learn how to ride motocycle, I am just going to cruise around to pleace I know I can go and slowly try getting on roads that need more than 35 and over from there get on the highways that need 60 to 70 (after month's of being and learning the bike, once i eventually get a bike)
I started out on the street with a 1982 Suzuki GS 450L. Air cooled twin. The thing would hold 70 on the highway, no problem. All day on the weekends for 100+ miles with no discomfort, on the I5 in San Diego every workday for 15 miles each way. A 500 is a good beginner commuter bike as long as you don't care to win any races. The 250's are much cheaper, but it all comes down to personal choice with the pros and cons.
The stock gearing is to low! Sprocket Change is needed. I’m running 18/42 and can slowly get to 90. But cross winds or truck wind vortex are a serious issue ! Stay on the back roads at about 50-60 and just enjoy your ride !
The problem is that on some roads, and cities, if you ride the speed limit, you become a road hazard, especially during commuter hours. Yes, I realize that in many areas, you can never get up to the speed limit during rush hour.
It will do 60 but you’ll get blown around like crazy and you have no power to get to safety or overtake, also you’ll look like you drank a whole case of bud light riding that…
Come on only 400cc to 500cc bare minimum is safe for the highway or fast 50 mph State routes. Sand litter and crosswind gusting from oncoming 53' semis is too dangerous at those speeds for lighter bikes. 250 V Star is excellent for 25 mph inner city to 35 mph residential to 40 mph slow Pikes and 4 lane shopping complexes/restaurants/auto dealers with no passenger bitch riding
People, V-Twins are horrible with making power and the only way for manufactories to get nearly 45 hp is to through 400cc's into it. If you want to pass things, get a parallel twin sport bike like the nInja 300 (i own one, great bike, great on the highway) or a NInja 250 (same thing different shape).
People who go for cruisers have different things in mind and suggesting a wildly different bike like a ninja 300 is bad advice. A 250 cruiser is just pretty small, so if they want something faster while still keeping the cruiser style, maybe a bigger cruiser would be better like a Virago 535 or a Shadow 600 For those who just like the cruiser style and don't mind losing the V-twin, there's also the Honda Rebel 500 with a parallel twin that has a surprising amount of power. The newer Kawasaki Vulcan also features parallel twins that's loads of fun to ride
@@birddaddydetta Yeah I completely agree. I made this comment early on when I didn't completely understand. I just thought a top speed of 130kmh is bad, which is kind of is but it isn't because at 100kmh the bike (virago 250) feels great. Take back what i said :)
Shouldn't be going that fast on the freeway anyways. Most Freeways top speed is gonna be 65-70. Even on a 250 there's no reason to speed. Speeding is an open door to accidents especially if you have to avoid something on the road
Actually the bike has enough power to run 70 mph. on the highway. The rider has to have enough experience and forthought to avoid trouble. If yor answer to avoid trouble is more power, you've already allowed yourself to get into a dangerous situation. This isn't rocket surgery people. Think ahead. Brain power is more important than horse power. Q
Totally agree with you. I have been riding for 46 years all sizes of Hondas from 175 to 750. I would never exceed the posted speed limit plus 10 even when traffic is going faster. There is no point to faster; the point is getting to the destination safely and in one piece.
Tickets are expensive, and and so are accidents... The pine or cardboard box you end up in will cost someone else... Slow the F down and enjoy the ride folks.
I would feel most comfortable on a freeway with this bike going 70 in the middle or even slow lane.
Sure, however the issue is that these types of bikes are generally sought after by those who don't have experience. I think a consideration for a new rider has to be that they get a bike that has a power that matches their riding ability as well as their riding circumstances. If you're going to be doing more highway riding, it may be best to get something a little bit more powerful so that you have some margin at your riding level. A bike with 10 more hp is not going to rip your arms off either if you boot the throttle too much anyways.
Rocket surgery 😅
Hang on a second....did you just say rocket surgery?
You are correct!! The guy in the video is an idiot!
Siiiiiiiuuuuuuuuu
I was recently given a V-Star 250 for $10. Since it's the only motorcycle I'll probably ever own (can't afford anything else), it has to be adequate. I was told once that if I don't appreciate what I already have, I'll never get anything else. I aim to appreciate my V-Star, so thanks for posting this video and helping me appreciate it.
my bike is probably the only one i’ll ever own too unless i can find more then a minimum wage job. so i definitely know how you feel and yes i appreciate my bike and have the most fun i can with it even tho i now want a bigger one
@@raritymotovlogs900
Why? Why would any sane person take something smaller than 400cc on the highway?
well freeway speeds are 65, and the odometer says 90, i can very well take the bike on the freeway
@Rarity MotoVlogs
Speed is just one thing to consider. Highway winds and truckers blowing you all around the road cause your bike is too lightweight.
it’s not as bad as you might think really, yea you’ll feel yourself being blown around your lane but it’s not as common as you might think
Not necessary to do 85 as you said. It's never ever necessary to get up 85 or so with any vehicle on any freeway nor any on-ramp. I have riden my 2016 Sym HD 200 (171cc) scooter from Seattle to Eastern Washington many times via I-90 with complete confidence about 'keeping up' and avoiding issues. There is nothing wrong with cruising along with a smaller displacement bike at 55-65 and once in a while opening up a bit to pass that semi.
Thank You
Dean
Seattle
In Cali 80 is the normal speed on most lanes you go on non freeway roads labeled 45-55 and people do 65-75
@Enrique All those drivers are A-holes.
Not everyone lives in washington. I do, but places like Texas have highways with speed limits up to 85mph
I wouldn’t really trust my vstar on texas highways lol.
@@raritymotovlogs900 exactly, which is what I'm trying to say. Just because one state has 60-70mph speed limits, doesn't mean they all do. Wyoming and Texas have 2 of the highest speed limits in the country and so those people would need to know if a potential bike can handle the speed limit
I have a 250cc chopper. It is only 250cc and all that it can do. Not expecting much on high speed. I like it just the way it is.
its very fun to just cruise around or use it as a commuter
I might grab this one as my first and only since I never plan to ride on the highway with it, mostly just for fun and around town/side roads and it has more than enough power for that. Great video!
Here is a noble idea if you are worried about being on the HWY with this thing.
Stay in the RIGHT lane and stay on the RIGHT side of that lane and keep AWAY from the cars.
I had a 2009 V-Star 250 and its a great small bike. But it does have limitations and one is a very limited top speed. I was never able to get the speed over 78 mph on a flat section of the interstate and never road on a freeway (65+ mph limit) for more than 20 miles. The other drawback was acceleration fighting an incline. 55 mph and under it did adequate pulling a hill but over 55 it simply wasn't happening. Other than these drawbacks the bike was great and very maneuverable to take on the winding roads. Great fun.
"Can't pass cars on the freeway." Proceeds to pass cars in a center lane... "I'm keeping up with traffic." Still passing cars!
speed was around 70 lol on a weekday haha
I changed the front sprocket to 17 and I max out at 83. I can cruise 65-70 all day.
I had one, never went more then 1/4 throddle, most of the time between 60~70mph and if I full throddled it it would have gone over 100mph. At the time I weighed about 130lbs @5'2" so that might have alot to do with it. I took it mainly from NewJersey to Upstate NewYork near the 7 lakes area and Bear Mountain.
I used to have this bike and remember the drive from Tallahassee Florida to Orlando Florida to see Megadeath. It can hold its own, but you’ll be in the slow lane the entire time. I rode a 50 CC scooter for years , so it wasn’t anything new to me at the time. 80 mpg is nice though. Keep that chain lubricated. Always keep a bottle with you.
In 1985 my ex wife had a 250 rebel. Would do 80 miles an hour on expressway. I have a 4 cylinder ford ranger and the rebel would out accelerate it . Just be careful and as on any motorcycle be aware of your surroundings!
sometimes it gets really sketchy because at night time cali flow of traffic is around 90-100 mph. that’s when I try to avoid going on freeways, I already don’t feel comfortable pushing my bike at 80 mph for long periods of time because i’m worried my engine will throw something
@@raritymotovlogs900 Another great reason to get out of Kalifornia.
I have a 2023 250 Virago, have had it on the freeway 75 mph. It does wind up, it doesn't have a tach? 58 to 60-65 mph feels ok. I drive a road with 55 speed limit and get passed all the time at near or about 60. Keep an eye on the rear view I've been passed in my lane while riding on the right side of it. If I hadn't been glancing at the mirror and decided to ride the middle of lane I'd be road kill! I've programmed no highways, trying for slower road traffic and was taken on a 10 mile shortcut through sugar sand. I'm 70 yrs old with a bad hip handicapped plate. I wouldn't be able to hold a heaver bike up if it leaned to the left. 250 will have to do.. it will do 70-75+ engine rpms seem to high but it is built in a country where allot of the engines are made to wind up??
Interesting ...
My Ninja 250R did 95 mph on wot ...
I just changed front sprocket from 17 to 18(16 was original) and I hit 90 indicated.
I am up here in Canada and all most all 4 lane 400 series highways have a speed limit of 60 miles an hour and just a few have 70. So for me the 250 would be good enough
@@sharifsircar Nonsense, a 250 has adequate power. It's faster than half the cars out there.
Plus you cannot ride year round like us here in Florida. Heck probably 4 - 5 months of the year?
@@udmbfckx2916 I would say some days in April, and then May, June, July, Aug and most of Sept. and a few days in Oct.
I’ve taken a Honda XR150L on the freeway. Mind you, I am very aware that I won’t get 60-65 mph unless I’m going downhill. But when traffic is heavy, then I lane split and can generally keep up.
All the highways around me are 65 mph and people almost never go over 70. Would this be a decent bike here for a beginner
absolutely yes, it can clear 70 no problem and for a beginner bike it is a gem. Not sure how it is wherever you live but in ontario there are 3 tiers of licenses for motorcycles and I just recently got my M2 which allows for highway and night riding. The vstar 250 is everything you could possibly want in a beginner bike, you can't miss
@@lazarzivkovic3393 thank you
OK at 2:25 you talk about " messing up your bike". Please explain in more detail. If you keep in the slow lane at ~75 mph or less, what happens ? Have you done an engine teardown inspection after prolonged riding at +80 mph ? Wish you would post again on this !
High RPM and speed is hard on the engine.
Wears out faster.
I used to have a Ninja 250 and rode highway exclusively; 100mph no problem.
Been there. Done that. My 2003 would blow by traffic at 9k and even smooth out a bit. Don't know the speed, that speedo was so inaccurate and bounced around a lot. Once you got to 10k, the Ninja would come out!
But that's apples to oranges: a l/c twin 6 sp. Can't be compared to an a/c 5sp v twin.
Don't hold on to the accelerator for to long?
I think he just meant not to redline the motorcycle, like keeping it at its top speed on the freeway for a long time.
Supposedly that's bad for the motorcycles engine as it makes it work harder in the long run, if keep the motorcycle running between 50-70mph it'll wine a lot less about those speeds and thus not mess up engine. Something like that
I have 250 v star changed sprockets to 17 front 38 back i get 100 mpg. Lowers the rpm at top speeds
I love my v star
the engine is very strong in acceleration and torque, its weakness is in the brakes at high speeds it does not inspire confidence. for the rest, it is a very high-quality motorcycle, I have it in Greece, it is a May 1990 model, and the damage it sustained is - - - -none 😛
On most Australian freeways the speed limit is 110kph/65mph so could it be a comfortable ride at this speed limit?
most definitely
I read there was a recall on the 2020s for something?
People who think they should start on a little 250. I highly highly highly suggest a Suzuki savage 650. They ride sooo nice for a little bike
70mph with a 240lb man zero problems
Do wish it had a 6th gear tho
If it had 6 gears. My bike would do 90 all day
About 6-7 months when i first got my bike I regret not getting the ninja 400. But i love my vstar and won’t give it away haha
The older Savage was only 4 speed, great around town.
Nice informative video! What is a beginner bike that you'd recommend that would also be good for freeway use?
well 250cc’s can be good for freeway use. i use mine on the freeway often. i’m sure if 250cc’s can go on the freeway, 300-400’s can too
The Honda 500 twins (CB500F, CB500X, CBR500R, Rebel 500) are very beginner-friendly, easy-going bikes that do highway with ease and get great fuel economy.
My freind David's girlfriend rode her 250 Rebel from Texas to California. She is a tiny gal,but she said it would do 65 mph all day long.😊 Miss ya Dave!!
truth is, there is no beginer bike for the freeway. if you are beginer, you should try to stay away from the freeway. at least get 1 year of everyday riding experience. thats my 2 cents.
I Just Bought A 2008 V Star In Florida Today 250.00 With Florida Title
You still riding this 250 up and down PCH? Im out of LB and got a Virago 250
Ok so i am starting my MSF course soon and was planing to get this type of bike and wondering if it can go on the Highway
It can. As long as you’re aware and comfortable with freeway speeds and everything around you, you can definitely take the 250 on the freeway
I've had a VStar 250 since 2016. My opin about hwys is what kind of hwy? Are we talking bout suburban small town or big city? I would definitely not recc this bike in combative big city hwys. Especially not a beginner. Our motorcycle groups in Dallas had another dead biker every month. Rile of thumb is you don't know how to really ride till u been biking for a solid year. Cocky young bikers best have good hospital insurance.
That said, if u are cautious and sensible, the VStar 250 is a fab bike. I love mine, basically for cruising around town.
Biking hwys was better back in the day when the speed limit was 55mph. You could sensibly cruise the hwy back then. Now, hwy speed up to 70 or more? I just get no pleasure from that. If the speed limit is 70, lots ppl are gonna be doing 80 and the nuts will be doing 100+. So if you're doing 80 and you get 30mph headwind, you're in an F2 tornado. Maybe fun for 10 seconds but on a daily commute? And be aware - a strong sidewind can blow a motorcycle into a different lane.
@@colek-98ok so then what bike sould i get, i am not going on the freeway immediately just woundering, Iv always wanted a to learn how to ride motocycle, I am just going to cruise around to pleace I know I can go and slowly try getting on roads that need more than 35 and over from there get on the highways that need 60 to 70 (after month's of being and learning the bike, once i eventually get a bike)
I started out on the street with a 1982 Suzuki GS 450L. Air cooled twin. The thing would hold 70 on the highway, no problem. All day on the weekends for 100+ miles with no discomfort, on the I5 in San Diego every workday for 15 miles each way. A 500 is a good beginner commuter bike as long as you don't care to win any races. The 250's are much cheaper, but it all comes down to personal choice with the pros and cons.
Hei bro, does your bike have excessive foot peg vibrations? Would really appreciate if you took the time to answer :D
It is noticeable at times but I don’t think it’s too excessive
It accelerates better than Royal Enfields brand new 350 range....awkward 😂
Any MPG numbers?
75.1 mpg, with a 2.5 gal tank
@@raritymotovlogs900 Thanks.
The stock gearing is to low! Sprocket Change is needed. I’m running 18/42 and can slowly get to 90.
But cross winds or truck wind vortex are a serious issue !
Stay on the back roads at about 50-60 and just enjoy your ride !
I am surprise a 18 will fit in the front. I have a 17T JT in mine and it was easy to change. Is the 18T you are using also JT?
@@keithlai2592 ,
Yes, slightly less rubbing at the swing arm joint
@@star01248 I just changed front sprocket from 17 to 18(16 was original) and I hit 90 indicated.
Or you can just ride slower on a slower lane
where’s the fun in that? lol
@Rarity MotoVlogs Living to ride again.
What year is the bike
2017
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I prefer to ride the speed limit or take the side roads and enjoy my ride.
The problem is that on some roads, and cities, if you ride the speed limit, you become a road hazard, especially during commuter hours. Yes, I realize that in many areas, you can never get up to the speed limit during rush hour.
70 is more than enough speed for me anymore than that and your asking for trouble.
My 2011 250 can hit 84 consistently with stuff in the saddle bags just enough for around town riding
It will do 60 but you’ll get blown around like crazy and you have no power to get to safety or overtake, also you’ll look like you drank a whole case of bud light riding that…
Come on only 400cc to 500cc bare minimum is safe for the highway or fast 50 mph State routes.
Sand litter and crosswind gusting from oncoming 53' semis is too dangerous at those speeds for lighter bikes.
250 V Star is excellent for 25 mph inner city to 35 mph residential to 40 mph slow Pikes and 4 lane shopping complexes/restaurants/auto dealers with no passenger bitch riding
People, V-Twins are horrible with making power and the only way for manufactories to get nearly 45 hp is to through 400cc's into it. If you want to pass things, get a parallel twin sport bike like the nInja 300 (i own one, great bike, great on the highway) or a NInja 250 (same thing different shape).
People who go for cruisers have different things in mind and suggesting a wildly different bike like a ninja 300 is bad advice. A 250 cruiser is just pretty small, so if they want something faster while still keeping the cruiser style, maybe a bigger cruiser would be better like a Virago 535 or a Shadow 600
For those who just like the cruiser style and don't mind losing the V-twin, there's also the Honda Rebel 500 with a parallel twin that has a surprising amount of power. The newer Kawasaki Vulcan also features parallel twins that's loads of fun to ride
@@birddaddydetta Yeah I completely agree. I made this comment early on when I didn't completely understand. I just thought a top speed of 130kmh is bad, which is kind of is but it isn't because at 100kmh the bike (virago 250) feels great. Take back what i said :)
Shouldn't be going that fast on the freeway anyways. Most Freeways top speed is gonna be 65-70. Even on a 250 there's no reason to speed. Speeding is an open door to accidents especially if you have to avoid something on the road
That might be what is posted. Have you been on many freeways lately?
My 2011 250 can hit 84 consistently with stuff in the saddle bags just enough for around town riding