Across the 1983 and 1984 model years, the Yamaha XV 1000 SE Midnight Special motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 529.1 lb (240 kg).
Yamaha XV 1000 SE Midnight Special 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 XV 1000 SE Midnight Special?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XV 1000 SE Midnight Special is lighter than about 70.5% of 78 Yamaha custom/cruiser 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 XV 1000 SE Midnight Special weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1983, 1984 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 529.1 lb (240 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 981 cc |
| Power | 68 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 3.43 US gal (13 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 21.4 lb (9.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 12.85 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 7.78 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.85 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 53.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XV 1000 SE Midnight Special weight FAQ
What is the Yamaha XV 1000 SE Midnight Special wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 529.1 lb (240 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 XV 1000 SE Midnight Special lighter or heavier than other Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Yamaha category. The model lands near the 29th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Yamaha XV 1000 SE Midnight Special 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 XV 1000 SE Midnight Special?
Based on the supplied 3.43 US gal (13 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 21.4 lb (9.7 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 XV 1000 SE Midnight Special and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 709.1 lb (321.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Yamaha XV 1000 SE Midnight Special power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 12.85 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 custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Yamaha XV 1000 SE Midnight Special have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.85 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 XV 1000 SE Midnight Special compare with the median Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 600.6 lb (272.4 kg), the model is roughly 71.5 lb (32.4 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Yamaha XV 1000 SE Midnight Special 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.