For the 1999 model year, the Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 859.8 lb (390 kg).
Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture is heavier than about 99.2% of 197 Yamaha 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 XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 859.8 lb (390 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,294 cc |
| Torque | 90.7 lb-ft (123 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.94 US gal (22.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 37 lb (16.8 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 10.55 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.5 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 66.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 859.8 lb (390 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 99th percentile among 197 compatible Yamaha motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture?
A full tank works out to about 37 lb (16.8 kg) from the listed 5.94 US gal (22.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 1,039.8 lb (471.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How much torque does the Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 10.55 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.5 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What is the Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture weight difference versus the category median?
The representative wet weight is about 484.8 lb (219.9 kg) heavier than the median Yamaha motorcycle weight of 375 lb (170.1 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Yamaha XVZ 13 T Royal Star Venture easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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.