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