For the 2011 model year, the Kawasaki KX 85 Motocross motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 152.1 lb (69 kg).
Kawasaki KX 85 Motocross weight overview
Its low overall mass should be most noticeable off the throttle: moving it by hand, backing out of a parking space and managing stop-start riding should take less effort than on a heavy road bike.
Very Light Motorcycle
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 KX 85 Motocross weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 152.1 lb (69 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 84 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 1.5 US gal (5.68 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 9.3 lb (4.2 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.55 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 181.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KX 85 Motocross weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki KX 85 Motocross wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 152.1 lb (69 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki KX 85 Motocross?
Based on the supplied 1.5 US gal (5.68 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 9.3 lb (4.2 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Kawasaki KX 85 Motocross and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 332.1 lb (150.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How large is the Kawasaki KX 85 Motocross engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 0.55 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki KX 85 Motocross weight most?
The weight itself is unlikely to be the main difficulty. Rider reach, steering lock and where the mass sits may matter more at walking pace.
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.