Across the 1972, 1973 and 1974 model years, the Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 330.7 lb (150 kg) and dry weights ranging from 329.6 lb (149.5 kg), depending on model year.
Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I weight overview
The weight is relatively manageable, so the bike should demand less effort than a heavyweight machine when backing up, parking or making slow-speed corrections.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I is lighter than about 85.9% of 32 Kawasaki classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs 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 250 S 1 Mach I weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1972, 1973, 1974 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 330.7 lb (150 kg) |
| Dry weight | 329.6 lb (149.5 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 249 cc |
| Torque | 18.3 lb-ft (24.8 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 US gal (14 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 23 lb (10.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 5.53 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.75 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 132.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7% |
| Weight with full tank | 352.6 lb (159.9 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 1972-1974 years, listed wet/running weight is 330.7 lb (150 kg) and listed dry weight is 329.6 lb (149.5 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki classic motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Kawasaki category. The model lands near the 14th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I?
Based on the supplied 3.7 US gal (14 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 23 lb (10.4 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 510.7 lb (231.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What does the Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I weigh with a full tank?
The page calculates about 352.6 lb (159.9 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Kawasaki curb-weight number.
What is the Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I torque-to-weight ratio?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 5.53 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
How large is the Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 0.75 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Is the Kawasaki 250 S 1 Mach I above or below the typical Kawasaki classic motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Kawasaki classic motorcycle weight of 468.6 lb (212.6 kg), the model is roughly 137.9 lb (62.6 kg) lighter.
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.