For the 2021 model year, the Kawasaki KLX150BF SE motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 260.1 lb (118 kg).
Kawasaki KLX150BF SE 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 KLX150BF SE?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki KLX150BF SE is lighter than about 83.7% of 144 Kawasaki 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 KLX150BF SE weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 260.1 lb (118 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 144 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 1.82 US gal (6.9 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 11.3 lb (5.1 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.55 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 180.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KLX150BF SE weight FAQ
How heavy is the Kawasaki KLX150BF SE ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 260.1 lb (118 kg).
Is the Kawasaki KLX150BF SE heavy compared with other Kawasaki motorcycles?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative wet weight sits around the 16th weight percentile among 144 Kawasaki motorcycles, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
How much does the Kawasaki KLX150BF SE fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 1.82 US gal (6.9 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 11.3 lb (5.1 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Kawasaki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Kawasaki KLX150BF SE with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 440.1 lb (199.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How large is the Kawasaki KLX150BF SE engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.55 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Kawasaki KLX150BF SE above or below the typical Kawasaki motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 203.4 lb (92.2 kg) lighter than the compatible median Kawasaki motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Kawasaki KLX150BF SE feel heavy at low speed?
Its low mass should make hand-moving and parking easier than on most full-size road motorcycles. Seat height and center of mass can still change how manageable it feels.
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.