Across the 2008, 2009 and 2011 model years, the Yamaha YBR250 motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 304.2 lb (138 kg) and dry weights ranging from 304.2 lb (138 kg), depending on model year.
Yamaha YBR250 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.
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How heavy is the Yamaha YBR250?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha YBR250 is lighter than about 65% of 197 Yamaha 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 YBR250 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2008, 2009, 2011 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 304.2 lb (138 kg) |
| Dry weight | 304.2 lb (138 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 249 cc |
| Torque | 15.3 lb-ft (20.7 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) to 5.07 US gal (19.2 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) to 31.5 lb (14.3 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2008 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 5.02 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.82 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 122.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 10.3% to 10.4% |
| Weight with full tank | 335.4 lb (152.2 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha YBR250 weight FAQ
What does the Yamaha YBR250 weigh ready to ride?
The supplied figures span 304.2 lb (138 kg) for wet/running weight and 304.2 lb (138 kg) for dry weight across the years in this page. Wet weight is the better guide to what you actually manage on the road.
Is the Yamaha YBR250 heavy compared with other Yamaha motorcycles?
It sits fairly close to the middle of the category. Its representative wet weight is around the 35th percentile among 197 compatible Yamaha motorcycles.
Does the Yamaha YBR250 weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 2008, 2009, 2011 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available. No usable dry/wet figure was supplied for 2009.
How much does the Yamaha YBR250 fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5.02 US gal (19 L) to 5.07 US gal (19.2 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) to 31.5 lb (14.3 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Yamaha curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Yamaha YBR250 with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 484.2 lb (219.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
What is the estimated Yamaha YBR250 weight with a full tank of gas?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 335.4 lb (152.2 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
What is the Yamaha YBR250 torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 5.02 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
How many cc does the Yamaha YBR250 have per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.82 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How does the Yamaha YBR250 compare with the median Yamaha motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 70.8 lb (32.1 kg) lighter than the compatible median Yamaha motorcycle weight used on this page.
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.