Across the 1973 and 1974 model years, the Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed) motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 357.1 lb (162 kg).
Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed) weight overview
This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed)?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed) is lighter than about 66.1% of 28 Yamaha allround models 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 RD 250 (5-speed) weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1973, 1974 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 357.1 lb (162 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 247 cc |
| Power | 30 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 4.23 US gal (16 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 8.4 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 11.9 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 0.69 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 144.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed) weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed) weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 357.1 lb (162 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed) weight compare with similar Yamahas?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 66.1% of 28 Yamaha allround models with the same weight basis.
Are all Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed) model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1973-1974 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed)?
A full tank works out to about 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) from the listed 4.23 US gal (16 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed) weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 537.1 lb (243.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed) strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 8.4 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 45th percentile within the compatible Yamaha allround power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed) engine for its weight?
The model has about 0.69 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed) above or below the typical Yamaha allround weight?
The representative wet weight is about 26.7 lb (12.1 kg) lighter than the median Yamaha allround weight of 383.8 lb (174.1 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha RD 250 (5-speed) easy to move around by hand?
The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.
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.