Suzuki VX 800 Weight (525lb)

Quick answer

Across the 1990, 1991 and 1992 model years, the Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 524.7 lb (238 kg).

Wet / running weight524.7 lb (238 kg)
Fuel capacity5.02 US gal (19 L)
Full tank fuel weight31.2 lb (14.2 kg)
Model years covered
199019911992

Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.

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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect)?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) is heavier than about 84.1% of 129 Suzuki motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
524.7 lb (238 kg)
129 Suzuki motorcyclesMedian: 425.5 lb (193 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight524.7 lb (238 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 rider674.7 lb (306 kg)bike + rider • bike is 77.8% of total mass
180 lb rider704.7 lb (319.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 74.5% of total mass
210 lb rider734.7 lb (333.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 71.4% of total mass

Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) weight & related specs

Model years covered 1990, 1991, 1992
Wet / running weight 524.7 lb (238 kg)
Engine displacement 805 cc
Fuel capacity 5.02 US gal (19 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 31.2 lb (14.2 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 1.53 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 65.2 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 5.9%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) is heavier than about 84.1% of 129 Suzuki motorcycles with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 5.02 US gal (19 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Suzuki curb-weight specification.

Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) weight FAQ

How much does the Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 524.7 lb (238 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) weight compare with similar Suzukis?

It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 84th percentile among 129 compatible Suzuki motorcycles.

Are all Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) model years the same weight?

The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1990-1992 years covered here.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect)?

A full tank works out to about 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) from the listed 5.02 US gal (19 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 704.7 lb (319.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

How many cc does the Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) have per pound?

The model has about 1.53 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

How does the Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) compare with the median Suzuki motorcycle weight?

The representative wet weight is about 99.2 lb (45 kg) heavier than the median Suzuki motorcycle weight of 425.5 lb (193 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Suzuki VX 800 (reduced effect) 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.

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.