Yamaha YW125 BeeWee Weight (267lb)

Quick answer

Across the 2013 and 2015 model years, the Yamaha YW125 BeeWee motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 266.8 lb (121 kg).

Wet / running weight266.8 lb (121 kg)
Fuel capacity1.59 US gal (6 L)
Full tank fuel weight9.9 lb (4.5 kg)
Model years covered
20132015

Yamaha YW125 BeeWee weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is on the lighter side for a road motorcycle. The advantage is usually most obvious while parking, maneuvering at walking speed and moving the bike around off the engine.

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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Yamaha YW125 BeeWee?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha YW125 BeeWee is lighter than about 50.4% of 129 Yamaha scooters with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
266.8 lb (121 kg)
129 Yamaha scootersMedian: 266.8 lb (121 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight266.8 lb (121 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 rider416.8 lb (189 kg)bike + rider • bike is 64% of total mass
180 lb rider446.8 lb (202.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 59.7% of total mass
210 lb rider476.8 lb (216.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 56% of total mass

Yamaha YW125 BeeWee weight & related specs

Model years covered 2013, 2015
Wet / running weight 266.8 lb (121 kg)
Engine displacement 125 cc
Fuel capacity 1.59 US gal (6 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 9.9 lb (4.5 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 0.47 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 213.4 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 3.7%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha YW125 BeeWee is lighter than about 50.4% of 129 Yamaha scooters with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 1.59 US gal (6 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 9.9 lb (4.5 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Yamaha curb-weight specification.

Yamaha YW125 BeeWee weight FAQ

How much does the Yamaha YW125 BeeWee weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 266.8 lb (121 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Yamaha YW125 BeeWee weight compare with similar Yamahas?

It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 50th percentile for weight among 129 compatible Yamaha scooters.

Are all Yamaha YW125 BeeWee model years the same weight?

The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2013 and 2015 years covered here.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha YW125 BeeWee?

A full tank works out to about 9.9 lb (4.5 kg) from the listed 1.59 US gal (6 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Yamaha YW125 BeeWee weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 446.8 lb (202.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

How large is the Yamaha YW125 BeeWee engine for its weight?

The model has about 0.47 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

Is the Yamaha YW125 BeeWee easy to move around by hand?

The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.

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.