Across 9 covered model years from 2005 to 2013, the Yamaha V Star Silverado motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 582.9 lb (264.4 kg) and dry weights ranging from 544.1 lb (246.8 kg), depending on model year.
Yamaha V Star Silverado weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha V Star Silverado?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha V Star Silverado is lighter than about 58.9% of 28 Yamaha touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs 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 Silverado weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 582.9 lb (264.4 kg) |
| Dry weight | 544.1 lb (246.8 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 649 cc to 942 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.2 US gal (15.89 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 26.1 lb (11.8 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2005 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
| Displacement per pound | 1.12 cc / lb to 1.62 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 61.9 lb / 100 cc to 88.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.5% to 4.8% |
| Weight with full tank | 570.2 lb (258.6 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha V Star Silverado weight FAQ
What is the Yamaha V Star Silverado dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2005-2013 years, listed wet/running weight is 582.9 lb (264.4 kg) and listed dry weight is 544.1 lb (246.8 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Yamaha V Star Silverado lighter or heavier than other Yamaha touring motorcycles?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 41st percentile in this model-level Yamaha comparison.
Which Yamaha V Star Silverado years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Yamaha V Star Silverado?
Based on the supplied 4.2 US gal (15.89 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 26.1 lb (11.8 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Yamaha V Star Silverado and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 762.9 lb (346 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How heavy is the Yamaha V Star Silverado after filling the fuel tank?
The page calculates about 570.2 lb (258.6 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.
How large is the Yamaha V Star Silverado engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.12 cc per lb to 1.62 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What are the lightest and heaviest Yamaha V Star Silverado years?
Among years with usable comparable figures, 2006-2008 is the lightest at 544.1 lb (246.8 kg), while 2009-2013 is the heaviest at 582.9 lb (264.4 kg).
Is the Yamaha V Star Silverado above or below the typical Yamaha touring motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Yamaha touring motorcycle weight of 619.5 lb (281 kg), the model is roughly 36.6 lb (16.6 kg) lighter.
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.