Across the 1972, 1973 and 1974 model years, the Yamaha TX 750 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 529.1 lb (240 kg).
Yamaha TX 750 weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha TX 750?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha TX 750 is heavier than about 86.2% of 69 Yamaha naked bikes 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 TX 750 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1972, 1973, 1974 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 529.1 lb (240 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 744 cc |
| Power | 51 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 4.23 US gal (16 L) to 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) to 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1972 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
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 9.64 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 10.37 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.41 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 71.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5% to 5.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha TX 750 weight FAQ
What is the Yamaha TX 750 wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 529.1 lb (240 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 TX 750 lighter or heavier than other Yamaha naked bikes?
Compared with similar Yamahas in this dataset, it is heavier than about 86.2% of 69 naked bikes using the same weight basis.
Which Yamaha TX 750 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 TX 750?
Based on the supplied 4.23 US gal (16 L) to 5.02 US gal (19 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) to 31.2 lb (14.2 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 TX 750 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 709.1 lb (321.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Yamaha TX 750 power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 9.64 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 35th percentile within the compatible Yamaha naked bike power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Yamaha TX 750 have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.41 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Yamaha TX 750 compare with the median Yamaha naked bike weight?
Compared with the median Yamaha naked bike weight of 418.9 lb (190 kg), the model is roughly 110.2 lb (50 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Yamaha TX 750 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.