Across the 2018, 2020 and 2021 model years, the Yamaha XV250 motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 324.1 lb (147 kg) and dry weights ranging from 306.4 lb (139 kg), depending on model year.
Yamaha XV250 weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop.
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How heavy is the Yamaha XV250?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XV250 is lighter than about 71.4% of 28 Yamaha allround models with compatible weight data.
Dry vs 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 XV250 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2018, 2020, 2021 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 324.1 lb (147 kg) |
| Dry weight | 306.4 lb (139 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 249 cc |
| Torque | 44.3 lb-ft (60 Nm) |
| 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
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 13.66 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.77 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 130.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.8% |
| Weight with full tank | 322 lb (146.1 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XV250 weight FAQ
What does the Yamaha XV250 weigh ready to ride?
The supplied figures span 324.1 lb (147 kg) for wet/running weight and 306.4 lb (139 kg) for dry weight across the years in this page. Wet weight is the better guide to what you actually manage on the road.
Is the Yamaha XV250 heavy compared with other Yamaha allround models?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative wet weight sits around the 29th weight percentile among 28 Yamaha allround models, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
Does the Yamaha XV250 weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 2018, 2020, 2021 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Yamaha XV250 fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 2.51 US gal (9.5 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 15.6 lb (7.1 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Yamaha curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Yamaha XV250 with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 504.1 lb (228.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
What is the Yamaha XV250 full-tank weight estimate?
The page calculates about 322 lb (146.1 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Yamaha curb-weight number.
How much heavier is the Yamaha XV250 wet than dry?
The supplied model-year data shows roughly 17.6 lb (8 kg) between dry and wet/running weight. The exact gap can vary by year and by the manufacturer’s weight definition.
What is the Yamaha XV250 torque-to-weight ratio?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 13.66 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
How large is the Yamaha XV250 engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.77 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
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.