Across the 2012 and 2013 model years, the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 748.9 lb (339.7 kg).
Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight is heavier than about 86.5% of 78 Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles 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 Star Roadliner Midnight weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2012, 2013 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 748.9 lb (339.7 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,851.9 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 US gal (17.03 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 28 lb (12.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 2.47 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 40.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.7% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 748.9 lb (339.7 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 87th percentile among 78 compatible Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles.
Are all Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2012-2013 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight?
A full tank works out to about 28 lb (12.7 kg) from the listed 4.5 US gal (17.03 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 928.9 lb (421.3 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight displacement per pound?
The model has about 2.47 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 Star Roadliner Midnight weight difference versus the category median?
The representative wet weight is about 148.3 lb (67.2 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 600.6 lb (272.4 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight 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.
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.