For the 2015 model year, the Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 544.5 lb (247 kg).
Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic 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 V-Star 650 Classic?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic is lighter than about 57.7% 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 V-Star 650 Classic weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 544.5 lb (247 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 649 cc |
| Torque | 37.6 lb-ft (51 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.23 US gal (16 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 6.91 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.19 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 83.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.8% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 544.5 lb (247 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 42nd percentile for weight among 78 compatible Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic?
A full tank works out to about 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) from the listed 4.23 US gal (16 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 724.5 lb (328.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How much torque does the Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 6.91 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.19 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What is the Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic weight difference versus the category median?
The representative wet weight is about 56.1 lb (25.4 kg) lighter than the median Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 600.6 lb (272.4 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic 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.