Across 7 covered model years from 2007 to 2023, the Kawasaki KX65 motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 132.3 lb (60 kg) and dry weights ranging from 125.7 lb (57 kg), depending on model year.
Kawasaki KX65 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.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki KX65?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki KX65 is lighter than about 95% of 30 Kawasaki motocross bikes 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 KX65 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 132.3 lb (60 kg) |
| Dry weight | 125.7 lb (57 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 64.7 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 1 US gal (3.78 L) to 1 US gal (3.79 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 6.2 lb (2.8 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2007 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 | 0.49 cc / lb to 0.51 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 194.2 lb / 100 cc to 204.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.7% to 4.9% |
| Weight with full tank | 131.9 lb (59.8 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KX65 weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki KX65 dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2007, 2008, 2009, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 years, listed wet/running weight is 132.3 lb (60 kg) and listed dry weight is 125.7 lb (57 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Kawasaki KX65 lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki motocross bikes?
It is comparatively light for this Kawasaki category. The model lands near the 5th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Kawasaki KX65 years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki KX65?
Based on the supplied 1 US gal (3.78 L) to 1 US gal (3.79 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 6.2 lb (2.8 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Kawasaki KX65 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 312.3 lb (141.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Kawasaki KX65 full-tank weight estimate?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 131.9 lb (59.8 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
What is the Kawasaki KX65 displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 0.49 cc per lb to 0.51 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How much does Kawasaki KX65 weight vary by year?
Among years with usable comparable figures, 2007-2008 is the lightest at 125.7 lb (57 kg), while 2009-2023 is the heaviest at 132.3 lb (60 kg).
What is the Kawasaki KX65 weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Kawasaki motocross bike weight of 169.8 lb (77 kg), the model is roughly 37.5 lb (17 kg) lighter.
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.