Across the 2004 and 2007 model years, the Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar motorcycle has supplied dry weights ranging from 485 lb (220 kg) to 504.9 lb (229 kg).
Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar is lighter than about 55.8% of 26 Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2004, 2007 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 485 lb (220 kg) to 504.9 lb (229 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 649 cc |
| Power | 39.4 hp |
| Torque | 37 lb-ft (50.1 Nm) to 37.5 lb-ft (50.9 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.23 US gal (16 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2004 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 7.8 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 12.81 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 7.32 lb-ft / 100 lb to 7.74 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.29 cc / lb to 1.34 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 74.7 lb / 100 cc to 77.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.2% |
| Weight with full tank | 531.1 lb (240.9 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar weigh?
The source data gives 485 lb (220 kg) to 504.9 lb (229 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 44th percentile for weight among 26 compatible Yamaha custom/cruiser motorcycles.
Are all Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar?
A full tank works out to about 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) from the listed 4.23 US gal (16 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 674.9 lb (306.1 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
Is the Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 7.8 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 42nd percentile within the compatible Yamaha custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
How much heavier will the Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar be than its dry weight?
Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 531.1 lb (240.9 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.
What is the estimated Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar weight with a full tank of gas?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 531.1 lb (240.9 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
What is the Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 7.32 lb-ft per 100 lb to 7.74 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
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.