Across 5 covered model years from 1982 to 1986, the Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 577.6 lb (262 kg).
Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo 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 XJ 650 Turbo?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo is heavier than about 79.8% of 42 Yamaha sport-touring 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 650 Turbo weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 577.6 lb (262 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 653 cc |
| Power | 90 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 15.58 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 6.42 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.13 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 88.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 577.6 lb (262 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 80th percentile among 42 compatible Yamaha sport-touring motorcycles.
Are all Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1982-1986 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo?
A full tank works out to about 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) from the listed 5.02 US gal (19 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 757.6 lb (343.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 15.58 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 19th percentile within the compatible Yamaha sport touring power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.13 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 XJ 650 Turbo above or below the typical Yamaha sport-touring motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 91.5 lb (41.5 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha sport-touring motorcycle weight of 486.1 lb (220.5 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo 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.