Across the 2014, 2015 and 2016 model years, the Yamaha Star Bolt R-Spec motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 539.9 lb (244.9 kg).
Yamaha Star Bolt R-Spec 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 Star Bolt R-Spec?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha Star Bolt R-Spec is lighter than about 68.6% 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 Star Bolt R-Spec weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 539.9 lb (244.9 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 942 cc to 950.5 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 3.2 US gal (12.11 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 19.9 lb (9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.74 cc / lb to 1.76 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 56.8 lb / 100 cc to 57.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.7% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha Star Bolt R-Spec weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha Star Bolt R-Spec weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 539.9 lb (244.9 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha Star Bolt R-Spec weight compare with similar Yamahas?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 68.6% of 78 Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Yamaha Star Bolt R-Spec model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2014-2016 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha Star Bolt R-Spec?
A full tank works out to about 19.9 lb (9 kg) from the listed 3.2 US gal (12.11 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha Star Bolt R-Spec weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 719.9 lb (326.5 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How large is the Yamaha Star Bolt R-Spec engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.74 cc per lb to 1.76 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 Star Bolt R-Spec above or below the typical Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 60.7 lb (27.5 kg) lighter than the median Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 600.6 lb (272.4 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha Star Bolt R-Spec 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.