For the 1977 model year, the Yamaha XS 360 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 388 lb (176 kg).
Yamaha XS 360 weight overview
This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha XS 360?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XS 360 is heavier than about 60.3% 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 XS 360 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1977 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 388 lb (176 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 358 cc |
| Power | 27 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 2.91 US gal (11 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 18.1 lb (8.2 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 6.96 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 14.37 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 0.92 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 108.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.7% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XS 360 weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha XS 360 weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 388 lb (176 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha XS 360 weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 60th percentile for weight among 34 compatible Yamaha classic motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha XS 360?
A full tank works out to about 18.1 lb (8.2 kg) from the listed 2.91 US gal (11 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha XS 360 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 568 lb (257.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Yamaha XS 360 strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 6.96 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 31st percentile within the compatible Yamaha classic power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Yamaha XS 360 have per pound?
The model has about 0.92 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 360 compare with the median Yamaha classic motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 12.1 lb (5.5 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha classic motorcycle weight of 375.9 lb (170.5 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha XS 360 easy to move around by hand?
The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.
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.