Yamaha has been a major force in the 125cc category for many years, and currently offers one of the widest ranges of machinery available.
Yamaha's larger capacity Drag Stars are some of the best selling machines in the middleweight category, and Yamaha anticipate that the new Drag Star 125 will enjoy the same success in the entry-level class.
Yamaha has more experience in the construction of lightweight and middleweight 4-stroke V-twins than any other manufacturer, and it is this unrivalled knowledge that has made our Drag Star models some of the most stylish and successful cruisers in their respective categories.
The Yamaha Virago was the first V-Twin-powered cruiser-style motorcycle produced by a Japanese manufacturer, as well as one of the earliest mass-produced motorcycles with a single shock rear suspension.
Originally sold with a 750 cc engine in 1981, Yamaha soon added 500 cc and 920 cc versions.
Yamaha replaced the 750 cc motor with 699 cc version to avoid the tariff, while the 920 cc engine grew to 1000 cc, and later 1100 cc.