Yamaha RD 350 LC Weight (355lb)

Quick answer

For the 1982 model year, the Yamaha RD 350 LC motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 354.9 lb (161 kg).

Wet / running weight354.9 lb (161 kg)
Fuel capacity5.28 US gal (20 L)
Full tank fuel weight32.8 lb (14.9 kg)
Model years covered
1982

Yamaha RD 350 LC 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.

Middleweight Motorcycle

CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Yamaha RD 350 LC?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha RD 350 LC is lighter than about 54.1% of 197 Yamaha motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
354.9 lb (161 kg)
197 Yamaha motorcyclesMedian: 375 lb (170.1 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight354.9 lb (161 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 rider504.9 lb (229 kg)bike + rider • bike is 70.3% of total mass
180 lb rider534.9 lb (242.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 66.4% of total mass
210 lb rider564.9 lb (256.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 62.8% of total mass

Yamaha RD 350 LC weight & related specs

Model years covered 1982
Wet / running weight 354.9 lb (161 kg)
Engine displacement 347 cc
Fuel capacity 5.28 US gal (20 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 32.8 lb (14.9 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 0.98 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 102.3 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 9.3%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha RD 350 LC is lighter than about 54.1% of 197 Yamaha motorcycles with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 5.28 US gal (20 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Yamaha curb-weight specification.

Yamaha RD 350 LC weight FAQ

How much does the Yamaha RD 350 LC weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 354.9 lb (161 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Yamaha RD 350 LC weight compare with similar Yamahas?

It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 46th percentile for weight among 197 compatible Yamaha motorcycles.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha RD 350 LC?

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 RD 350 LC weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 534.9 lb (242.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

How large is the Yamaha RD 350 LC engine for its weight?

The model has about 0.98 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 RD 350 LC above or below the typical Yamaha motorcycle weight?

The representative wet weight is about 20.1 lb (9.1 kg) lighter than the median Yamaha motorcycle weight of 375 lb (170.1 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Yamaha RD 350 LC easy to move around by hand?

The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.

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.