Across 4 covered model years from 1982 to 1991, the Yamaha SR 500 S motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 368.2 lb (167 kg) to 383.6 lb (174 kg).
Yamaha SR 500 S weight overview
This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha SR 500 S?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha SR 500 S is lighter than about 54.4% of 34 Yamaha classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha SR 500 S weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1982, 1989, 1990, 1991 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 368.2 lb (167 kg) to 383.6 lb (174 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 499 cc |
| Power | 27 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 3.17 US gal (12 L) to 3.7 US gal (14 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 19.7 lb (8.9 kg) to 23 lb (10.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1982 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 7.33 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 13.64 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.3 cc / lb to 1.36 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 73.8 lb / 100 cc to 76.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.1% to 6.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha SR 500 S weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha SR 500 S weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 368.2 lb (167 kg) to 383.6 lb (174 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha SR 500 S weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 46th percentile for weight among 34 compatible Yamaha classic motorcycles.
Are all Yamaha SR 500 S model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha SR 500 S?
A full tank works out to about 19.7 lb (8.9 kg) to 23 lb (10.4 kg) from the listed 3.17 US gal (12 L) to 3.7 US gal (14 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha SR 500 S weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 548.2 lb (248.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Yamaha SR 500 S strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 7.33 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 50th percentile within the compatible Yamaha classic power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Yamaha SR 500 S engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.3 cc per lb to 1.36 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What are the lightest and heaviest Yamaha SR 500 S years?
Across the covered years with usable comparable weight figures, the model runs from about 368.2 lb (167 kg) (1989-1991) up to 383.6 lb (174 kg) (1982).
Is the Yamaha SR 500 S above or below the typical Yamaha classic motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 7.7 lb (3.5 kg) lighter than the median Yamaha classic motorcycle weight of 375.9 lb (170.5 kg) in this dataset.
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.