Yamaha XJ700XN Weight (494lb)

Quick answer

For the 1985 model year, the Yamaha XJ700XN motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 493.8 lb (224 kg).

Wet / running weight493.8 lb (224 kg)
Fuel capacity3.43 US gal (13 L)
Full tank fuel weight21.4 lb (9.7 kg)
Model years covered
1985

Yamaha XJ700XN weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

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

CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Yamaha XJ700XN?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XJ700XN is heavier than about 83% of 197 Yamaha motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
493.8 lb (224 kg)
197 Yamaha motorcyclesMedian: 375 lb (170.1 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight493.8 lb (224 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider643.8 lb (292 kg)bike + rider • bike is 76.7% of total mass
180 lb rider673.8 lb (305.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 73.3% of total mass
210 lb rider703.8 lb (319.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 70.2% of total mass

Yamaha XJ700XN weight & related specs

Model years covered 1985
Wet / running weight 493.8 lb (224 kg)
Engine displacement 697 cc
Fuel capacity 3.43 US gal (13 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 21.4 lb (9.7 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 1.41 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 70.9 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 4.3%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XJ700XN is heavier than about 83% of 197 Yamaha motorcycles with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 3.43 US gal (13 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 21.4 lb (9.7 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Yamaha curb-weight specification.

Yamaha XJ700XN weight FAQ

How much does the Yamaha XJ700XN weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 493.8 lb (224 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Yamaha XJ700XN weight compare with similar Yamahas?

It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 83rd percentile among 197 compatible Yamaha motorcycles.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha XJ700XN?

A full tank works out to about 21.4 lb (9.7 kg) from the listed 3.43 US gal (13 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Yamaha XJ700XN weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 673.8 lb (305.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

How much of the Yamaha XJ700XN total weight comes from fuel?

Fuel accounts for roughly 4.3% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.

What is the Yamaha XJ700XN engine-size-to-weight ratio?

The model has about 1.41 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

How far is the Yamaha XJ700XN from the median Yamaha motorcycle weight?

The representative wet weight is about 118.8 lb (53.9 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha motorcycle weight of 375 lb (170.1 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Yamaha XJ700XN 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.

Official information note

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.