Across the 2010, 2011 and 2012 model years, the Kawasaki KLX 250SF motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 302 lb (137 kg).
Kawasaki KLX 250SF weight overview
This is on the lighter side for a road motorcycle. The advantage is usually most obvious while parking, maneuvering at walking speed and moving the bike around off the engine.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki KLX 250SF?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki KLX 250SF is lighter than about 70.8% of 12 Kawasaki supermoto bikes 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 KLX 250SF weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 302 lb (137 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 249 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2 US gal (7.57 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 12.4 lb (5.6 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.82 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 121.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KLX 250SF weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki KLX 250SF weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 302 lb (137 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Kawasaki KLX 250SF weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 70.8% of 12 Kawasaki supermoto bikes with the same weight basis.
Are all Kawasaki KLX 250SF model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2010-2012 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki KLX 250SF?
A full tank works out to about 12.4 lb (5.6 kg) from the listed 2 US gal (7.57 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki KLX 250SF weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 482 lb (218.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How much of the Kawasaki KLX 250SF total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 4.1% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
What is the Kawasaki KLX 250SF engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The model has about 0.82 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How far is the Kawasaki KLX 250SF from the median Kawasaki supermoto bike weight?
The representative wet weight is about 66.1 lb (30 kg) lighter than the median Kawasaki supermoto bike weight of 368.2 lb (167 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki KLX 250SF easy to move around by hand?
The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.
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.