Across the 1987 and 1988 model years, the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 515.9 lb (234 kg).
Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis 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 FZR 1000 Genesis?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis is heavier than about 95.8% of 83 Yamaha sport bikes 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 FZR 1000 Genesis weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1987, 1988 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 515.9 lb (234 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 989 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 US gal (20 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.92 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 52.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 515.9 lb (234 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 96th percentile among 83 compatible Yamaha sport bikes.
Are all Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1987-1988 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis?
A full tank works out to about 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) from the listed 5.28 US gal (20 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 695.9 lb (315.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How large is the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.92 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis above or below the typical Yamaha sport bike weight?
The representative wet weight is about 101.9 lb (46.2 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha sport bike weight of 414 lb (187.8 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha FZR 1000 Genesis 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.