For the 1974 model year, the Kawasaki 125 KS motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 213.8 lb (97 kg).
Kawasaki 125 KS weight overview
Its low overall mass should be most noticeable off the throttle: moving it by hand, backing out of a parking space and managing stop-start riding should take less effort than on a heavy road bike.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki 125 KS?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki 125 KS is lighter than about 93.4% of 144 Kawasaki 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.
Kawasaki 125 KS weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1974 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 213.8 lb (97 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 125 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 1.98 US gal (7.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 12.3 lb (5.6 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.58 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 171.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.8% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki 125 KS weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki 125 KS wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 213.8 lb (97 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Kawasaki 125 KS lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Kawasaki category. The model lands near the 7th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki 125 KS?
Based on the supplied 1.98 US gal (7.5 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 12.3 lb (5.6 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Kawasaki 125 KS and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 393.8 lb (178.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Kawasaki 125 KS displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 0.58 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What is the Kawasaki 125 KS weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight of 463.5 lb (210.2 kg), the model is roughly 249.7 lb (113.2 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki 125 KS weight most?
The weight itself is unlikely to be the main difficulty. Rider reach, steering lock and where the mass sits may matter more at walking pace.
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 Kawasaki website.