Across the 1997 and 1998 model years, the Yamaha XJR 1200 SP motorcycle has supplied dry weights ranging from 511.5 lb (232 kg) to 513.7 lb (233 kg).
Yamaha XJR 1200 SP 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. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Yamaha XJR 1200 SP?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Yamaha XJR 1200 SP is heavier than about 97.1% of 17 Yamaha naked bikes with compatible weight data.
Dry weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha XJR 1200 SP weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1997, 1998 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 511.5 lb (232 kg) to 513.7 lb (233 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,188 cc |
| Power | 98 hp |
| Torque | 67.9 lb-ft (92 Nm) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1997 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
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 19.08 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 5.24 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 13.21 lb-ft / 100 lb to 13.27 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.31 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 43.1 lb / 100 cc to 43.2 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XJR 1200 SP weight FAQ
What is the Yamaha XJR 1200 SP dry weight?
The available dry weight is 511.5 lb (232 kg) to 513.7 lb (233 kg). Actual ready-to-ride weight will be higher after fuel and operating fluids are added.
Is the Yamaha XJR 1200 SP lighter or heavier than other Yamaha naked bikes?
Compared with similar Yamahas in this dataset, it is heavier than about 97.1% of 17 naked bikes using the same weight basis.
Which Yamaha XJR 1200 SP years have different weight specs?
The supplied data shows different weight figures across the 1997-1998 model years. Use the year-specific changes section above for the exact value attached to each changed year.
What is the combined Yamaha XJR 1200 SP and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative dry weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 692.6 lb (314.1 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Yamaha XJR 1200 SP power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 19.08 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 naked bike power-to-weight comparison.
Is the listed Yamaha XJR 1200 SP weight ready to ride?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
How much torque does the Yamaha XJR 1200 SP have per 100 lb?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 13.21 lb-ft per 100 lb to 13.27 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
What is the Yamaha XJR 1200 SP displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 2.31 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How much does Yamaha XJR 1200 SP weight vary by year?
Among years with usable comparable figures, 1998 is the lightest at 511.5 lb (232 kg), while 1997 is the heaviest at 513.7 lb (233 kg).
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.