Yamaha YZF 750 SP Weight (421lb)

Quick answer

For the 1993 model year, the Yamaha YZF 750 SP motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 421.1 lb (191 kg).

Dry weight421.1 lb (191 kg)
Fuel capacity5.02 US gal (19 L)
Full tank fuel weight31.2 lb (14.2 kg)
Power / 100 lb29.69 hp / 100 lb
Model years covered
1993

Yamaha YZF 750 SP weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass. 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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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Yamaha YZF 750 SP?

dry weight

Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Yamaha YZF 750 SP is heavier than about 87.5% of 12 Yamaha sport bikes with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
421.1 lb (191 kg)
12 Yamaha sport bikesMedian: 327.4 lb (148.5 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Dry weight

Dry weight421.1 lb (191 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider571.1 lb (259 kg)bike + rider • bike is 73.7% of total mass
180 lb rider601.1 lb (272.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 70.1% of total mass
210 lb rider631.1 lb (286.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 66.7% of total mass

Yamaha YZF 750 SP weight & related specs

Model years covered 1993
Dry weight 421.1 lb (191 kg)
Engine displacement 749 cc
Power 125 hp
Torque 58.9 lb-ft (79.8 Nm)
Fuel capacity 5.02 US gal (19 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 31.2 lb (14.2 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Horsepower per 100 lb 29.69 hp / 100 lb
Pounds per horsepower 3.37 lb / hp
Torque per 100 lb 13.98 lb-ft / 100 lb
Displacement per pound 1.78 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 56.2 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 7.4%
Weight with full tank 452.3 lb (205.2 kg)

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Yamaha YZF 750 SP is heavier than about 87.5% of 12 Yamaha sport bikes with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 5.02 US gal (19 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Yamaha curb-weight specification.
The calculated power-to-weight figure is 29.69 hp per 100 lb across years with compatible data. It shows how much engine output is available relative to the bike’s mass.

Yamaha YZF 750 SP weight FAQ

How much does the Yamaha YZF 750 SP weigh?

The source data gives 421.1 lb (191 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.

How does the Yamaha YZF 750 SP weight compare with similar Yamahas?

It is on the heavier side. Its representative dry weight is around the 88th percentile among 12 compatible Yamaha sport bikes.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha YZF 750 SP?

A full tank works out to about 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) from the listed 5.02 US gal (19 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Yamaha YZF 750 SP weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 601.1 lb (272.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.

Is the Yamaha YZF 750 SP strong for its weight?

The calculated range is 29.69 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone.

How much heavier will the Yamaha YZF 750 SP be than its dry weight?

Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 452.3 lb (205.2 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.

What is the Yamaha YZF 750 SP torque per 100 lb of bike weight?

Available data gives 13.98 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.

How many cc does the Yamaha YZF 750 SP have per pound?

The model has about 1.78 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 YZF 750 SP compare with the median Yamaha sport bike weight?

The representative dry weight is about 93.7 lb (42.5 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha sport bike weight of 327.4 lb (148.5 kg) in this dataset.

Official information note

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.