For the 2017 model year, the Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 733.9 lb (332.9 kg).
Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl weight overview
This sits in heavyweight territory. Riders should think about garage movement, backing up, surface slope and passenger/luggage load as much as the on-road feel.
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How heavy is the Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl is heavier than about 79.5% of 78 Yamaha custom/cruiser 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 Raider Bullet Cowl weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 733.9 lb (332.9 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,851.9 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.2 US gal (15.9 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 26.1 lb (11.8 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 2.52 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 39.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.6% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl weight FAQ
How heavy is the Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 733.9 lb (332.9 kg).
Is the Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl heavy compared with other Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 79th weight percentile in its Yamaha category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
How much does the Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 4.2 US gal (15.9 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 26.1 lb (11.8 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Yamaha curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 913.9 lb (414.5 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How many cc does the Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl have per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.52 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How does the Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl compare with the median Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 133.3 lb (60.4 kg) heavier than the compatible median Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl feel heavy at low speed?
It is heavy enough that smart parking matters. Avoid situations where you have to paddle it backward uphill or catch it after it leans too far.
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.