Across the 1982 and 1983 model years, the Yamaha SR 250 SE motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 297.6 lb (135 kg).
Yamaha SR 250 SE weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop.
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How heavy is the Yamaha SR 250 SE?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha SR 250 SE is lighter than about 79.4% of 34 Yamaha classic 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 SR 250 SE weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1982, 1983 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 297.6 lb (135 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 240 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.64 US gal (10 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 16.4 lb (7.5 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.81 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 124 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha SR 250 SE weight FAQ
How heavy is the Yamaha SR 250 SE ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 297.6 lb (135 kg). The year-specific section above shows which years use each figure where the supplied value changes.
Is the Yamaha SR 250 SE heavy compared with other Yamaha classic motorcycles?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative wet weight sits around the 21st weight percentile among 34 Yamaha classic motorcycles, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
Does the Yamaha SR 250 SE weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 1982-1983 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Yamaha SR 250 SE fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 2.64 US gal (10 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 16.4 lb (7.5 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Yamaha curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Yamaha SR 250 SE with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 477.6 lb (216.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How many cc does the Yamaha SR 250 SE have per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.81 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How does the Yamaha SR 250 SE compare with the median Yamaha classic motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 78.3 lb (35.5 kg) lighter than the compatible median Yamaha classic motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Yamaha SR 250 SE feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
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.