Across the 1975, 1978 and 1979 model years, the Yamaha RD 200 motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 291 lb (132 kg) to 308.6 lb (140 kg).
Yamaha RD 200 weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop.
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How heavy is the Yamaha RD 200?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha RD 200 is lighter than about 92.8% of 69 Yamaha naked bikes with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha RD 200 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1975, 1978, 1979 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 291 lb (132 kg) to 308.6 lb (140 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 195 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 3.04 US gal (11.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 18.9 lb (8.6 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1975 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.63 cc / lb to 0.67 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 149.2 lb / 100 cc to 158.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.1% to 6.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha RD 200 weight FAQ
How heavy is the Yamaha RD 200 ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 291 lb (132 kg) to 308.6 lb (140 kg). The year-specific section above shows which years use each figure where the supplied value changes.
Is the Yamaha RD 200 heavy compared with other Yamaha naked bikes?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative wet weight sits around the 7th weight percentile among 69 Yamaha naked bikes, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
Does the Yamaha RD 200 weight change by model year?
Not every covered year uses the same figure. The page groups identical values together and lists the later model years where the supplied weight specification changes.
How much does the Yamaha RD 200 fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 3.04 US gal (11.5 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 18.9 lb (8.6 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Yamaha curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Yamaha RD 200 with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 471 lb (213.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How many cc does the Yamaha RD 200 have per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.63 cc per lb to 0.67 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How does the Yamaha RD 200 compare with the median Yamaha naked bike weight?
The model sits about 127.9 lb (58 kg) lighter than the compatible median Yamaha naked bike weight used on this page.
Will the Yamaha RD 200 feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
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.