Across 4 covered model years from 2002 to 2007, the Yamaha TW 200 motorcycle has supplied dry weights ranging from 260.1 lb (118 kg) to 264.6 lb (120 kg).
Yamaha TW 200 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. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Yamaha TW 200?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Yamaha TW 200 is heavier than about 68.8% of 8 Yamaha allround models with compatible weight data.
Dry weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha TW 200 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2002, 2005, 2006, 2007 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 260.1 lb (118 kg) to 264.6 lb (120 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 196 cc |
| Torque | 11.1 lb-ft (15 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 1.85 US gal (7 L) to 1.9 US gal (7.19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 11.5 lb (5.2 kg) to 11.8 lb (5.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2002 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
| Torque per 100 lb | 4.18 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.74 cc / lb to 0.75 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 132.7 lb / 100 cc to 135 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.3% to 4.5% |
| Weight with full tank | 273.7 lb (124.2 kg) to 276.1 lb (125.2 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha TW 200 weight FAQ
How heavy is the Yamaha TW 200?
Listed dry weight is 260.1 lb (118 kg) to 264.6 lb (120 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Is the Yamaha TW 200 heavy compared with other Yamaha allround models?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 69th weight percentile in its Yamaha category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
Does the Yamaha TW 200 weight change by model year?
Not every covered year uses the same figure. The page groups identical values together and lists the later model years where the supplied weight specification changes.
How much does the Yamaha TW 200 fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 1.85 US gal (7 L) to 1.9 US gal (7.19 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 11.5 lb (5.2 kg) to 11.8 lb (5.4 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Yamaha curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Yamaha TW 200 with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 441.9 lb (200.4 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Yamaha TW 200 dry weight as curb weight?
No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 273.7 lb (124.2 kg) to 276.1 lb (125.2 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
How much heavier is the Yamaha TW 200 with a full tank?
The page calculates about 273.7 lb (124.2 kg) to 276.1 lb (125.2 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Yamaha curb-weight number.
What is the Yamaha TW 200 torque-to-weight ratio?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 4.18 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
How large is the Yamaha TW 200 engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.74 cc per lb to 0.75 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
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.