Yamaha Fazer8 ABS Weight (483lb)

Quick answer

Across the 2011 and 2012 model years, the Yamaha Fazer8 ABS motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 482.8 lb (219 kg).

Wet / running weight482.8 lb (219 kg)
Fuel capacity4.49 US gal (17 L)
Full tank fuel weight27.9 lb (12.7 kg)
Model years covered
20112012

Yamaha Fazer8 ABS weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

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

CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Yamaha Fazer8 ABS?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha Fazer8 ABS is heavier than about 78.9% of 197 Yamaha motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
482.8 lb (219 kg)
197 Yamaha motorcyclesMedian: 375 lb (170.1 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight482.8 lb (219 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

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

150 lb rider632.8 lb (287 kg)bike + rider • bike is 76.3% of total mass
180 lb rider662.8 lb (300.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 72.8% of total mass
210 lb rider692.8 lb (314.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 69.7% of total mass

Yamaha Fazer8 ABS weight & related specs

Model years covered 2011, 2012
Wet / running weight 482.8 lb (219 kg)
Engine displacement 779 cc
Torque 60.5 lb-ft (82 Nm)
Fuel capacity 4.49 US gal (17 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 27.9 lb (12.7 kg)

Weight changes by model year

The available comparable weight figures do not show a meaningful year-to-year change.

Useful weight calculations

Torque per 100 lb 12.53 lb-ft / 100 lb
Displacement per pound 1.61 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 62 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 5.8%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha Fazer8 ABS is heavier than about 78.9% of 197 Yamaha motorcycles with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 4.49 US gal (17 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Yamaha curb-weight specification.

Yamaha Fazer8 ABS weight FAQ

How much does the Yamaha Fazer8 ABS weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 482.8 lb (219 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Yamaha Fazer8 ABS weight compare with similar Yamahas?

It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 79th percentile among 197 compatible Yamaha motorcycles.

Are all Yamaha Fazer8 ABS 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 Fazer8 ABS?

A full tank works out to about 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) from the listed 4.49 US gal (17 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Yamaha Fazer8 ABS weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 662.8 lb (300.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

How much torque does the Yamaha Fazer8 ABS have per 100 lb?

Available data gives 12.53 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.

What is the Yamaha Fazer8 ABS displacement per pound?

The model has about 1.61 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 Fazer8 ABS weight difference versus the category median?

The representative wet weight is about 107.8 lb (48.9 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha motorcycle weight of 375 lb (170.1 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Yamaha Fazer8 ABS 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.

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.