Across the 2011 and 2012 model years, the Yamaha YFZ450X SE motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 399.9 lb (181.4 kg).
Yamaha YFZ450X 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 YFZ450X SE?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha YFZ450X SE is heavier than about 57.6% of 197 Yamaha 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 YFZ450X SE weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2011, 2012 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 399.9 lb (181.4 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 449 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.6 US gal (9.84 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 16.2 lb (7.3 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.12 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 89.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha YFZ450X SE weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha YFZ450X SE weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 399.9 lb (181.4 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha YFZ450X SE weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 58th percentile for weight among 197 compatible Yamaha motorcycles.
Are all Yamaha YFZ450X SE model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2011-2012 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha YFZ450X SE?
A full tank works out to about 16.2 lb (7.3 kg) from the listed 2.6 US gal (9.84 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha YFZ450X SE weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 579.9 lb (263 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Yamaha YFZ450X SE displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.12 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What is the Yamaha YFZ450X SE weight difference versus the category median?
The representative wet weight is about 24.9 lb (11.3 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha motorcycle weight of 375 lb (170.1 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha YFZ450X 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.