Yamaha XV 250 Weight (340lb)

Quick answer

Across the 1991 and 1992 model years, the Yamaha XV 250 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 339.5 lb (154 kg).

Wet / running weight339.5 lb (154 kg)
Fuel capacity2.51 US gal (9.5 L)
Full tank fuel weight15.6 lb (7.1 kg)
Model years covered
19911992

Yamaha XV 250 weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

The weight is relatively manageable, so the bike should demand less effort than a heavyweight machine when backing up, parking or making slow-speed corrections.

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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Yamaha XV 250?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XV 250 is lighter than about 94.6% of 28 Yamaha touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
339.5 lb (154 kg)
28 Yamaha touring motorcyclesMedian: 619.5 lb (281 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight339.5 lb (154 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider489.5 lb (222 kg)bike + rider • bike is 69.4% of total mass
180 lb rider519.5 lb (235.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 65.4% of total mass
210 lb rider549.5 lb (249.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 61.8% of total mass

Yamaha XV 250 weight & related specs

Model years covered 1991, 1992
Wet / running weight 339.5 lb (154 kg)
Engine displacement 249 cc
Fuel capacity 2.51 US gal (9.5 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 15.6 lb (7.1 kg)

Weight changes by model year

The available comparable weight figures do not show a meaningful year-to-year change.

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 0.73 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 136.4 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 4.6%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XV 250 is lighter than about 94.6% of 28 Yamaha touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
The listed fuel tank capacity is 2.51 US gal (9.5 L). A full tank of gasoline is estimated to weigh about 15.6 lb (7.1 kg); this fuel mass is already part of a wet/running weight figure.

Yamaha XV 250 weight FAQ

What is the Yamaha XV 250 wet weight?

The supplied wet/running weight is 339.5 lb (154 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 250 lighter or heavier than other Yamaha touring motorcycles?

It is comparatively light for this Yamaha category. The model lands near the 5th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.

Which Yamaha XV 250 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 250?

Based on the supplied 2.51 US gal (9.5 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 15.6 lb (7.1 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 250 and rider weight?

Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 519.5 lb (235.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.

How large is the Yamaha XV 250 engine for its weight?

The available figures work out to 0.73 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.

Is the Yamaha XV 250 above or below the typical Yamaha touring motorcycle weight?

Compared with the median Yamaha touring motorcycle weight of 619.5 lb (281 kg), the model is roughly 280 lb (127 kg) lighter.

Where will I notice the Yamaha XV 250 weight most?

Expect the weight to matter more off the throttle than at speed: garage movement, uneven footing and parking angle are the practical situations to think about.

Official information note

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.