Across the 2001 and 2002 model years, the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 676.8 lb (307 kg).
Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star 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. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star is heavier than about 84.6% of 26 Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2001, 2002 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 676.8 lb (307 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,602 cc |
| Power | 62.6 hp |
| Torque | 98.8 lb-ft (134 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 US gal (20 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 9.25 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 10.81 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 14.6 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.37 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 42.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.9% |
| Weight with full tank | 709.7 lb (321.9 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star weigh?
The source data gives 676.8 lb (307 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative dry weight is around the 85th percentile among 26 compatible Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles.
Are all Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2001-2002 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star?
A full tank works out to about 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) from the listed 5.28 US gal (20 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 856.8 lb (388.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
Is the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 9.25 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 71st percentile within the compatible Yamaha custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
How much heavier will the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star be than its dry weight?
Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 709.7 lb (321.9 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.
What does the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star weigh with a full tank?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 709.7 lb (321.9 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
What is the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 14.6 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
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.