Manuals and documentation for Yamaha SRV 250 (Renaissa)

Model of a retro classic motorcycle Yamaha SRV 250

appeared in 1992 on the domestic Japanese market. The model was a classic motorcycle with a 2-cylinder V-shaped air-cooled engine, taken from the Yamaha Virago 250 and producing up to 27 hp. power.

In 1993, the SRV250 line was replenished with more modifications: Yamaha SRV250S

(version with a small windshield, rear shock absorbers with remote reservoirs and two-tone coloring of the tank) and
Yamaha SRV250T
(same as the regular version + trunk in place of the passenger seat).

Since 1995, the Yamaha SRV 250 model has become available on the Oceania market.

In 1996, the model underwent restyling and was replaced by a new model - Yamaha SRV250 Renaissa

. This generation differed in the shape of the headlight, frame, instrument panel, saddle and rear end. The coloring also changed - the model was now available in silver, yellow and orange. Since 1997, this generation has been available in the Oceania market, while this was the last production year for the Japanese market.

1998 was the last year of production of the model, after which it finally left the market and received no further development. It is also worth noting that the Renaissa prefix was used only in the Japanese market - in the Oceania market this model was sold as the Yamaha SRV250J

(1997) and
Yamaha SRV250K
(1998).

Of the features of all modifications of the Yamaha SRV250, it should be noted a simple steel frame, suspension in the form of a conventional telescopic fork at the front and a double shock absorber at the rear, front disc and rear drum brakes, 18′ spoked wheels, a 5-speed gearbox and a minimum curb weight of 152 kg.

The main competitors of the Yamaha SRV 250 in the class:

• Honda Rebel 250 / Honda Magna 250 / Honda VTR 250
• Kawasaki Estrella 250
• Suzuki TU 250

Brief history of the model

• 1992 - start of production and sales.

Model

: Yamaha SRV250 (Japan).
Factory designation
: 4DN1.

• 1993 - appearance of new modifications - Yamaha SRV250V and Yamaha SRV250T.

Model

: Yamaha SRV250;
Yamaha SRV250S; Yamaha SRV250T (Japan). Factory designation
: 4DN2; 4DN3; 4DN4.

• 1994 - model not produced.
• 1995 - no significant changes.

Model

: Yamaha SRV250G (Oceania).
Factory designation
: 4RK1.

• 1996 - restyling of the model. One modification remains: the prefix Reanaissa is added.

Model

: Yamaha SRV250 Renaissa (Japan).
Factory designation
: 4DN5.

• 1997 - The coloring of the domestic Japanese versions changes (instead of a black muffler and engine covers, chrome and silver are used).

Model

: Yamaha SRV250 Renaissa;
Yamaha SRV250J (Japan, Oceania). Factory designation
: 4DN6; 4RK3.

• 1998 is the last year of production.

Model

: Yamaha SRV250K (Oceania).
Factory designation
: 4RK4.

Specifications

Technical characteristics of Yamaha SRV 250:

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Yamaha SRV 250 Renaissa
is a rare motorcycle in our area. But it has its fans, and quite a few, despite the exotic nature of this model.

The SRV 250 is a domestic Japanese model (produced specifically for the Japanese domestic market), and partly for this reason, this motorcycle is so rarely seen in the ex-USSR. Many are put off by the problems of finding spare parts and consumables for such exotics, but there are also plenty of enthusiasts who are not deterred by this.

The heart of the Yamaha SRV 250 Renaissa is an air-cooled V-twin engine borrowed from the Yamaha XV 250 Virago. The rear wheel drive is chain, the power system is carburetor, braking is provided by single-disc front and rear drum brakes. Fuel consumption is approximately 3 liters of AI-92 in the combined cycle.

The relationship with the Virago 250, by the way, reduces the problems of finding spare parts and consumables, since the Virago 250, although, like the Yamaha SRV 250 Renaissa, is a domestic Japanese model, it is still noticeably more widespread. However, you can usually buy everything you need on Megazip and Exist, but you will have to be patient. I don’t think there is any need to tell anyone about the speed of Russian Post. The Yamaha SRV 250 Renaissa is a very nice motorcycle. Small and light, it is controlled almost by the power of thought, and thanks to its low center of gravity, its one and a half hundred kilograms of weight are not felt at all. True, the small dimensions of the SRV 250 impose their limitations, and a person taller than 170 cm may not be very comfortable on this motorcycle, and a person taller than 180 cm may find it very uncomfortable. However, the last point is true for any small-capacity motorcycles, regardless of their class.

The engine of the Yamaha SRV 250 Renaissa pleases, for 250 cc. cm in volume, it is surprisingly peppy, and incredibly pleasing with noticeable traction in the lower rev range - this pleasant feature migrated to it from the Virago 250 along with the engine. The five-speed gearbox, traditionally for Yamaha motorcycles, operates with satisfactory clarity, but nothing more. However, this is compensated by its high reliability. Also, the Yamaha SRV 250 Renaissa engine likes to eat up oil when running for a long time at high speeds, but fans of the Yamaha brand will probably forgive this feature, especially since many motorcycles of this company are distinguished by their oil appetite - a design feature.

The Yamaha SRV 250 Renaissa takes turns effortlessly and easily settles down to the very footpegs. Moreover, its well-thought-out geometry and low weight can play a cruel joke on the motorcyclist - the motorcycle actually leans during maneuvers very willingly, and does it faster than you expect. But the performance of the brakes cannot be called good. We will tactfully keep silent about the archaic rear drum brake, but the single-disc front brake with a simple caliper makes us want to improve the braking system. However, according to reviews from owners, installing a reinforced brake hose significantly improves the performance of the front brake.

The Yamaha SRV 250 Renaissa is beloved by customizers, who most often turn this motorcycle into a cafe racer. Indeed, with minimal modifications and the absence of deep tuning, this nimble bike quickly acquires the features so beloved by fans of the 60s. True, the V-twin engine is not considered canonical for the cafe racer style, but who stops?

According to reviews from owners of the Yamaha SRV 250 Renaissa, it is the standard brake system that causes the most complaints, but, as written above, this drawback is quickly and inexpensively eliminated. Otherwise, this motorcycle is very good, including the price. If you want to buy a Yamaha SRV 250 Renaissa in excellent condition, you can part with about 140-150 thousand rubles, you just have to look for or use the help of companies that buy motorcycles at Japanese auctions, since the rare model is vanishingly rare on the secondary market of the Russian Federation.

Reviews

Reviews about Yamaha SRV 250:

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Its calm 120, that with one pilot, that together with the passenger pulled like an elephant. But I didn’t go more than 140. He looks stylish. I actually noticed a disease common to many old Yamahas - when parked for a long time, it refuses to start. It is corrected by falling to one side (but not quite on the floor) while turning the starter.

By the end of the season I realized that I had already outgrown it, although I was very sorry to part with it, I gave it into good hands. I would like to know how it is doing, my first jap, for which there was a place in the stern heart of a rocker...

So I’ll write a little because... I had the good fortune to own this model. Yamaha SRV 250, 27 hp maximum speed 140km/h. I'm sure the girl would love this motorcycle, the rumble of the exhaust sounds like a cat purring. Correlate the new ebr and the old SRV? Yes, definitely SRV. I drove an ebre, well, it’s more powerful than a minar, it’s light, but compared to the SRV it’s just heaven and earth, and not only in terms of power, even in appearance, and even in sound...

The incubation period of the disease called “motorcycles” lasted for a long time, and then, one fine day, I decided and bought it. I chose for a long time, looked closely, almost bought a Honda VRX400, but fate decreed otherwise, I took tuning forks (Yamaha), and I don’t regret it

So, motorcycle Yamaha SRV250, 1991. in excellent condition, originally from Japan, purchased in St. Petersburg, delivered to Ulyanovsk by PEK in proper quality

The first time I sat down I was convinced how comfortable it was! Light, handles like Yobrik, sound, mmmm! After all, a V-shape is a V-shape - the purr of a cat! From the outside you can’t tell by the sound that the volume is only 250 cubic meters.

After purchasing it, I gave it to a local mechanic for diagnostics, fortunately, little had to be changed, the bike was in excellent condition, only the carbs were slightly out of sync, the chain was cleaned and lubricated, and the fluids were changed.

The Yamaha SRV250 is an ideal donor for building a cafe racer. The motorcycle is equipped with a Yamaha 250 Virago V-twin engine that produces 27 hp. power and is housed in a frame similar to the iconic Norton Featherbed frame. Knowing this, I’ve already sketched out future alterations in my head, although it looks great even without them!

It should be noted that this motorcycle took first place in its class in 1993, 27 hp, and this says something. On the road from PEC to the garage, it easily did 130 km/h, so “a ton”, I think , he will master it

Bike features

Here are its main features:

• This is an intra-Japanese model;
• the engine is borrowed from the XV 250 Virago;
• low center of gravity, and as a result, easy to drive.

The bike will suit many people, and we’re not just talking about class connoisseurs. The Yamaha SRV 250 Renaissa can make a good cafe racer, despite the fact that the V-type engine is not very conducive to this. In addition, this is a cheap model, and by purchasing it on the secondary market, you can save a lot of money.