For the 2004 model year, the Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 324.1 lb (147 kg).
Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop. 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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How heavy is the Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar is heavier than about 55% of 110 Yamaha 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 XVS 250 DragStar weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 324.1 lb (147 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 249 cc |
| Torque | 15.3 lb-ft (20.7 Nm) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 4.71 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.77 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 130.2 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar weight FAQ
How heavy is the Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar?
Listed dry weight is 324.1 lb (147 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Is the Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar heavy compared with other Yamaha motorcycles?
It sits fairly close to the middle of the category. Its representative dry weight is around the 55th percentile among 110 compatible Yamaha motorcycles.
How heavy is the Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 504.1 lb (228.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar dry weight as curb weight?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
What is the Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 4.71 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
How many cc does the Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar have per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.77 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How does the Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar compare with the median Yamaha motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 33.1 lb (15 kg) heavier than the compatible median Yamaha motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
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.