Across 12 covered model years from 2010 to 2024, the Yamaha YFZ450R SE motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 405 lb (183.7 kg) to 405.7 lb (184 kg).
Yamaha YFZ450R SE weight overview
This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha YFZ450R SE?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha YFZ450R SE is heavier than about 60.2% of 197 Yamaha motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha YFZ450R SE weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2010, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 405 lb (183.7 kg) to 405.7 lb (184 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 449 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.6 US gal (9.84 L) to 2.64 US gal (10 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 16.2 lb (7.3 kg) to 16.4 lb (7.5 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2010 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
| Displacement per pound | 1.11 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 90.2 lb / 100 cc to 90.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4% to 4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha YFZ450R SE weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha YFZ450R SE weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 405 lb (183.7 kg) to 405.7 lb (184 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha YFZ450R SE weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 60th percentile for weight among 197 compatible Yamaha motorcycles.
Are all Yamaha YFZ450R SE model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha YFZ450R SE?
A full tank works out to about 16.2 lb (7.3 kg) to 16.4 lb (7.5 kg) from the listed 2.6 US gal (9.84 L) to 2.64 US gal (10 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha YFZ450R SE weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 585.7 lb (265.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How many cc does the Yamaha YFZ450R SE have per pound?
The model has about 1.11 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Yamaha YFZ450R SE compare with the median Yamaha motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 30.6 lb (13.9 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha motorcycle weight of 375 lb (170.1 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha YFZ450R SE easy to move around by hand?
The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.
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.