Across the 1981 and 1982 model years, the Yamaha XS 1100 S motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 608.5 lb (276 kg).
Yamaha XS 1100 S weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha XS 1100 S?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XS 1100 S is lighter than about 51.8% of 28 Yamaha 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 XS 1100 S weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1981, 1982 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 608.5 lb (276 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,101 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 6.34 US gal (24 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 39.4 lb (17.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.81 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 55.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XS 1100 S weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha XS 1100 S weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 608.5 lb (276 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha XS 1100 S weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 48th percentile for weight among 28 compatible Yamaha touring motorcycles.
Are all Yamaha XS 1100 S model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1981-1982 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha XS 1100 S?
A full tank works out to about 39.4 lb (17.9 kg) from the listed 6.34 US gal (24 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha XS 1100 S weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 788.5 lb (357.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How many cc does the Yamaha XS 1100 S have per pound?
The model has about 1.81 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Yamaha XS 1100 S compare with the median Yamaha touring motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 11 lb (5 kg) lighter than the median Yamaha touring motorcycle weight of 619.5 lb (281 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha XS 1100 S 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.