For the 1989 model year, the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect) motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 354.9 lb (161 kg).
Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect) weight overview
This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect)?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect) is heavier than about 63.5% of 37 Suzuki enduro/off-road 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.
Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect) weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 354.9 lb (161 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 590 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 US gal (20 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.66 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 60.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 9.3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect) weight FAQ
How much does the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect) weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 354.9 lb (161 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect) weight compare with similar Suzukis?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 64th percentile for weight among 37 compatible Suzuki enduro/off-road motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect)?
A full tank works out to about 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) from the listed 5.28 US gal (20 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect) weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 534.9 lb (242.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How much of the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect) total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 9.3% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
What is the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect) engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The model has about 1.66 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How far is the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect) from the median Suzuki enduro/off-road motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 37.5 lb (17 kg) heavier than the median Suzuki enduro/off-road motorcycle weight of 317.5 lb (144 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect) 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.
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 Suzuki Cycles website.