For the 2018 model year, the Yamaha Star Venture Transcontinental motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 963 lb (436.8 kg).
Yamaha Star Venture Transcontinental weight overview
The scale number is high enough that parking and low-speed balance deserve real consideration. Once the bike leans too far, recovering it takes much more effort than on a light machine. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha Star Venture Transcontinental weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 963 lb (436.8 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,854 cc |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.93 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 51.9 lb / 100 cc |
Yamaha Star Venture Transcontinental weight FAQ
What is the Yamaha Star Venture Transcontinental dry weight?
The available dry weight is 963 lb (436.8 kg). Actual ready-to-ride weight will be higher after fuel and operating fluids are added.
What is the combined Yamaha Star Venture Transcontinental and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative dry weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 1,143 lb (518.4 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
Is the listed Yamaha Star Venture Transcontinental weight ready to ride?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
What is the Yamaha Star Venture Transcontinental displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.93 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Where will I notice the Yamaha Star Venture Transcontinental weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full weight.
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.