Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis Weight (496lb)

Quick answer

For the 1993 model year, the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 496 lb (225 kg).

Wet / running weight496 lb (225 kg)
Fuel capacity4.76 US gal (18 L)
Full tank fuel weight29.6 lb (13.4 kg)
Model years covered
1993

Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.

Heavy Motorcycle

CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis is heavier than about 91% of 83 Yamaha sport bikes with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
496 lb (225 kg)
83 Yamaha sport bikesMedian: 414 lb (187.8 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight496 lb (225 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider646 lb (293 kg)bike + rider • bike is 76.8% of total mass
180 lb rider676 lb (306.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 73.4% of total mass
210 lb rider706 lb (320.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 70.3% of total mass

Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis weight & related specs

Model years covered 1993
Wet / running weight 496 lb (225 kg)
Engine displacement 400 cc
Fuel capacity 4.76 US gal (18 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 29.6 lb (13.4 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 0.81 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 124 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 6%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis is heavier than about 91% of 83 Yamaha sport bikes with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 4.76 US gal (18 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Yamaha curb-weight specification.

Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis weight FAQ

How much does the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 496 lb (225 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis weight compare with similar Yamahas?

It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 91st percentile among 83 compatible Yamaha sport bikes.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis?

A full tank works out to about 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) from the listed 4.76 US gal (18 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 676 lb (306.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

What is the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis displacement per pound?

The model has about 0.81 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

What is the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis weight difference versus the category median?

The representative wet weight is about 82 lb (37.2 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha sport bike weight of 414 lb (187.8 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis easy to move around by hand?

Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.

Official information note

Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Yamaha Motorsports website.