For the 1983 model year, the Yamaha XV 920 MK motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 522.9 lb (237.2 kg) and a dry weight of 496 lb (225 kg).
Yamaha XV 920 MK 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 920 MK?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XV 920 MK is lighter than about 72.4% of 78 Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs 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 920 MK weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 522.9 lb (237.2 kg) |
| Dry weight | 496 lb (225 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 920 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 3.8 US gal (14.38 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 23.6 lb (10.7 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.76 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 56.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.5% |
| Weight with full tank | 519.7 lb (235.7 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XV 920 MK weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha XV 920 MK weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 522.9 lb (237.2 kg), while dry weight is 496 lb (225 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Yamaha XV 920 MK weight compare with similar Yamahas?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 72.4% of 78 Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles with the same weight basis.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha XV 920 MK?
A full tank works out to about 23.6 lb (10.7 kg) from the listed 3.8 US gal (14.38 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha XV 920 MK weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 702.9 lb (318.8 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Yamaha XV 920 MK full-tank weight estimate?
The page calculates about 519.7 lb (235.7 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Yamaha curb-weight number.
How much heavier is the Yamaha XV 920 MK wet than dry?
Available years with both measurements show about 26.9 lb (12.2 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
How large is the Yamaha XV 920 MK engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.76 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Yamaha XV 920 MK above or below the typical Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 77.7 lb (35.2 kg) lighter than the median Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 600.6 lb (272.4 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha XV 920 MK 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.