For the 1998 model year, the Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 390.2 lb (177 kg).
Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 weight overview
This is neither unusually light nor extremely heavy. For most riders the practical weight question is more about seat height, center of mass and low-speed balance than the scale number alone. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Yamaha YZF 1000 R1?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 is heavier than about 67.7% of 110 Yamaha motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 390.2 lb (177 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 998 cc |
| Torque | 79.7 lb-ft (108 Nm) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 20.41 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.56 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 39.1 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 weight FAQ
How heavy is the Yamaha YZF 1000 R1?
Listed dry weight is 390.2 lb (177 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Is the Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 heavy compared with other Yamaha motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 68th weight percentile in its Yamaha category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
How heavy is the Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 570.2 lb (258.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 dry weight as curb weight?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
What is the Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 torque-to-weight ratio?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 20.41 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
How large is the Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.56 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 above or below the typical Yamaha motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 99.2 lb (45 kg) heavier than the compatible median Yamaha motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Yamaha YZF 1000 R1 feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
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.