Across the 2018 and 2020 model years, the Yamaha XVS650 A motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 544.5 lb (247 kg).
Yamaha XVS650 A 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 XVS650 A?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XVS650 A is lighter than about 57.7% 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 XVS650 A weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2018, 2020 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 544.5 lb (247 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 649 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.23 US gal (16 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.19 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 83.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.8% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XVS650 A weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha XVS650 A weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 544.5 lb (247 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha XVS650 A weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 42nd percentile for weight among 78 compatible Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles.
Are all Yamaha XVS650 A model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2018 and 2020 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha XVS650 A?
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 XVS650 A weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 724.5 lb (328.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How large is the Yamaha XVS650 A engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.19 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 XVS650 A above or below the typical Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 56.1 lb (25.4 kg) lighter than the median Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 600.6 lb (272.4 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha XVS650 A 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.