For the 1986 model year, the Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 540.1 lb (245 kg).
Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago is lighter than about 67.3% 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 XV 1100 S Virago weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 540.1 lb (245 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,063 cc |
| Power | 55 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 4.23 US gal (16 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 10.18 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 9.82 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.97 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 50.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 540.1 lb (245 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago weight compare with similar Yamahas?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 67.3% of 78 Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles with the same weight basis.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago?
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 XV 1100 S Virago weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 720.1 lb (326.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 10.18 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 59th percentile within the compatible Yamaha custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
How much of the Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 4.9% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
What is the Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The model has about 1.97 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How far is the Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago from the median Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 60.5 lb (27.4 kg) lighter than the median Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 600.6 lb (272.4 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago 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.