Across the 1981, 1982 and 1984 model years, the Yamaha XJ 550 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 449.7 lb (204 kg).
Yamaha XJ 550 weight overview
The bike falls into a normal middleweight range. At road speed the mass is usually less obvious; parking, slopes and walking-speed maneuvers are where you notice it most.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha XJ 550?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XJ 550 is heavier than about 86.8% of 34 Yamaha classic 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 XJ 550 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1981, 1982, 1984 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 449.7 lb (204 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 528 cc |
| Power | 50 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 3.96 US gal (15 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 11.12 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 8.99 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.17 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 85.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XJ 550 weight FAQ
What is the Yamaha XJ 550 wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 449.7 lb (204 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Yamaha XJ 550 lighter or heavier than other Yamaha classic motorcycles?
Compared with similar Yamahas in this dataset, it is heavier than about 86.8% of 34 classic motorcycles using the same weight basis.
Which Yamaha XJ 550 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 XJ 550?
Based on the supplied 3.96 US gal (15 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Yamaha XJ 550 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 629.7 lb (285.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Yamaha XJ 550 power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 11.12 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 69th percentile within the compatible Yamaha classic power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Yamaha XJ 550 have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.17 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Yamaha XJ 550 compare with the median Yamaha classic motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Yamaha classic motorcycle weight of 375.9 lb (170.5 kg), the model is roughly 73.9 lb (33.5 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Yamaha XJ 550 weight most?
Expect the weight to matter more off the throttle than at speed: garage movement, uneven footing and parking angle are the practical situations to think about.
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.