Across the 1978 and 1979 model years, the Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 180.8 lb (82 kg).
Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 weight overview
Its low overall mass should be most noticeable off the throttle: moving it by hand, backing out of a parking space and managing stop-start riding should take less effort than on a heavy road bike.
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How heavy is the Yamaha LB 3 bop 80?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 is lighter than about 90.3% of 129 Yamaha scooters with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1978, 1979 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 180.8 lb (82 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 73 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 0.92 US gal (3.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 5.7 lb (2.6 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.4 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 247.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 weight FAQ
What is the Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 180.8 lb (82 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 lighter or heavier than other Yamaha scooters?
It is comparatively light for this Yamaha category. The model lands near the 10th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Yamaha LB 3 bop 80?
Based on the supplied 0.92 US gal (3.5 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 5.7 lb (2.6 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 360.8 lb (163.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 0.4 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What is the Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Yamaha scooter weight of 266.8 lb (121 kg), the model is roughly 86 lb (39 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 weight most?
The weight itself is unlikely to be the main difficulty. Rider reach, steering lock and where the mass sits may matter more at walking pace.
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.