Across the 1972 and 1973 model years, the Kawasaki 350 F 9 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 308.6 lb (140 kg).
Kawasaki 350 F 9 weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki 350 F 9?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki 350 F 9 is heavier than about 83.7% of 46 Kawasaki 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.
Kawasaki 350 F 9 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1972, 1973 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 308.6 lb (140 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 346 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.91 US gal (11 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 18.1 lb (8.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.12 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 89.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki 350 F 9 weight FAQ
How heavy is the Kawasaki 350 F 9 ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 308.6 lb (140 kg). The year-specific section above shows which years use each figure where the supplied value changes.
Is the Kawasaki 350 F 9 heavy compared with other Kawasaki enduro/off-road motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 84th weight percentile in its Kawasaki category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
Does the Kawasaki 350 F 9 weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 1972-1973 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Kawasaki 350 F 9 fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 2.91 US gal (11 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 18.1 lb (8.2 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Kawasaki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Kawasaki 350 F 9 with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 488.6 lb (221.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much of the Kawasaki 350 F 9 total weight comes from fuel?
Based on the available weight basis, a full tank of gasoline represents about 5.9% of the motorcycle’s weight.
What is the Kawasaki 350 F 9 engine-size-to-weight ratio?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 1.12 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How far is the Kawasaki 350 F 9 from the median Kawasaki enduro/off-road motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 48.5 lb (22 kg) heavier than the compatible median Kawasaki enduro/off-road motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Kawasaki 350 F 9 feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
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.