Across the 2008 and 2010 model years, the Kawasaki KLX 450R motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 277.8 lb (126 kg).
Kawasaki KLX 450R 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 450R?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki KLX 450R is heavier than about 58.7% 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 KLX 450R weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2008, 2010 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 277.8 lb (126 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 449 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.1 US gal (7.94 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 13 lb (5.9 kg) |
Weight by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.62 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 61.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.7% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KLX 450R weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki KLX 450R weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 277.8 lb (126 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Kawasaki KLX 450R weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 59th percentile for weight among 46 compatible Kawasaki enduro/off-road motorcycles.
Are all Kawasaki KLX 450R model years the same weight?
There is not enough comparable model-year weight data to determine a year-to-year change. A usable weight figure is available for 2010. No usable dry/wet figure was supplied for 2008.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki KLX 450R?
A full tank works out to about 13 lb (5.9 kg) from the listed 2.1 US gal (7.94 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki KLX 450R weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 457.8 lb (207.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Kawasaki KLX 450R displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.62 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What is the Kawasaki KLX 450R weight difference versus the category median?
The representative wet weight is about 17.6 lb (8 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki enduro/off-road motorcycle weight of 260.1 lb (118 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki KLX 450R 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.