Across 6 covered model years from 2009 to 2014, the Kawasaki KFX 450R motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 392.4 lb (178 kg) to 870.2 lb (394.7 kg) and dry weights ranging from 870.2 lb (394.7 kg), depending on model year.
Kawasaki KFX 450R weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki KFX 450R?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki KFX 450R is heavier than about 97.6% of 144 Kawasaki 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 KFX 450R weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 392.4 lb (178 kg) to 870.2 lb (394.7 kg) |
| Dry weight | 870.2 lb (394.7 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 449 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.6 US gal (9.84 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 16.2 lb (7.3 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2009 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.52 cc / lb to 1.14 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 87.4 lb / 100 cc to 193.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 1.9% to 4.1% |
| Weight with full tank | 886.3 lb (402 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KFX 450R weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki KFX 450R weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 392.4 lb (178 kg) to 870.2 lb (394.7 kg), while dry weight is 870.2 lb (394.7 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Kawasaki KFX 450R weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 98th percentile among 144 compatible Kawasaki motorcycles.
Are all Kawasaki KFX 450R model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki KFX 450R?
A full tank works out to about 16.2 lb (7.3 kg) from the listed 2.6 US gal (9.84 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki KFX 450R weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 1,045.3 lb (474.1 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Kawasaki KFX 450R full-tank weight estimate?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 886.3 lb (402 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
How many cc does the Kawasaki KFX 450R have per pound?
The model has about 0.52 cc per lb to 1.14 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 Kawasaki KFX 450R compare with the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 401.8 lb (182.2 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight of 463.5 lb (210.2 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki KFX 450R 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.
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.