Suzuki Gladius Weight (445lb)

Quick answer

Across 4 covered model years from 2010 to 2014, the Suzuki Gladius motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 445.3 lb (202 kg).

Wet / running weight445.3 lb (202 kg)
Fuel capacity3.83 US gal (14.5 L)
Full tank fuel weight23.8 lb (10.8 kg)
Power / 100 lb16.17 hp / 100 lb
Model years covered
2010201120122014

Suzuki Gladius weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.

Middleweight Motorcycle

CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Suzuki Gladius?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki Gladius is heavier than about 61.7% of 47 Suzuki naked bikes with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
445.3 lb (202 kg)
47 Suzuki naked bikesMedian: 436.5 lb (198 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight445.3 lb (202 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 rider595.3 lb (270 kg)bike + rider • bike is 74.8% of total mass
180 lb rider625.3 lb (283.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 71.2% of total mass
210 lb rider655.3 lb (297.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 68% of total mass

Suzuki Gladius weight & related specs

Model years covered 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014
Wet / running weight 445.3 lb (202 kg)
Engine displacement 645 cc
Power 72 hp
Fuel capacity 3.83 US gal (14.5 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 23.8 lb (10.8 kg)

Weight changes by model year

The available comparable weight figures do not show a meaningful year-to-year change.

Useful weight calculations

Horsepower per 100 lb 16.17 hp / 100 lb
Pounds per horsepower 6.19 lb / hp
Displacement per pound 1.45 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 69 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 5.3%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki Gladius is heavier than about 61.7% of 47 Suzuki naked bikes with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 3.83 US gal (14.5 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 23.8 lb (10.8 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Suzuki curb-weight specification.
The calculated power-to-weight figure is 16.17 hp per 100 lb across years with compatible data. It shows how much engine output is available relative to the bike’s mass.

Suzuki Gladius weight FAQ

How much does the Suzuki Gladius weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 445.3 lb (202 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Suzuki Gladius weight compare with similar Suzukis?

It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 62nd percentile for weight among 47 compatible Suzuki naked bikes.

Are all Suzuki Gladius model years the same weight?

The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014 years covered here.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki Gladius?

A full tank works out to about 23.8 lb (10.8 kg) from the listed 3.83 US gal (14.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Suzuki Gladius weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 625.3 lb (283.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

Is the Suzuki Gladius strong for its weight?

The calculated range is 16.17 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 66th percentile within the compatible Suzuki naked bike power-to-weight comparison.

How large is the Suzuki Gladius engine for its weight?

The model has about 1.45 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

Is the Suzuki Gladius above or below the typical Suzuki naked bike weight?

The representative wet weight is about 8.8 lb (4 kg) heavier than the median Suzuki naked bike weight of 436.5 lb (198 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Suzuki Gladius 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 Suzuki Cycles website.