Across the 1980, 1981 and 1982 model years, the Yamaha XS 850 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 568.8 lb (258 kg).
Yamaha XS 850 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.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha XS 850?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XS 850 is lighter than about 62.5% 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 850 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1980, 1981, 1982 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 568.8 lb (258 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 826 cc |
| Power | 79 hp |
| 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
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 13.89 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 7.2 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.45 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 68.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XS 850 weight FAQ
What is the Yamaha XS 850 wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 568.8 lb (258 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Yamaha XS 850 lighter or heavier than other Yamaha touring motorcycles?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 38th percentile in this model-level Yamaha comparison.
Which Yamaha XS 850 years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Yamaha XS 850?
Based on the supplied 6.34 US gal (24 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 39.4 lb (17.9 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Yamaha XS 850 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 748.8 lb (339.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Yamaha XS 850 power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 13.89 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 86th percentile within the compatible Yamaha touring power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Yamaha XS 850 have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.45 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Yamaha XS 850 compare with the median Yamaha touring motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Yamaha touring motorcycle weight of 619.5 lb (281 kg), the model is roughly 50.7 lb (23 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Yamaha XS 850 weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full weight.
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.