Across the 2011 and 2013 model years, the Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 454.2 lb (206 kg) to 456.4 lb (207 kg) and dry weights ranging from 418.9 lb (190 kg), depending on model year.
Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS is lighter than about 50.6% of 86 Kawasaki sport 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 Ninja 400R ABS weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2011, 2013 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 454.2 lb (206 kg) to 456.4 lb (207 kg) |
| Dry weight | 418.9 lb (190 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 399 cc |
| Power | 42.9 hp |
| Torque | 27.3 lb-ft (37 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.09 US gal (15.5 L) to 4.1 US gal (15.52 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 25.5 lb (11.5 kg) to 25.5 lb (11.6 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2011 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
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 9.4 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 10.64 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 5.98 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 0.87 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 113.8 lb / 100 cc to 114.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.6% to 5.6% |
| Weight with full tank | 444.4 lb (201.6 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 454.2 lb (206 kg) to 456.4 lb (207 kg), while dry weight is 418.9 lb (190 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 49th percentile for weight among 86 compatible Kawasaki sport bikes.
Are all Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS?
A full tank works out to about 25.5 lb (11.5 kg) to 25.5 lb (11.6 kg) from the listed 4.09 US gal (15.5 L) to 4.1 US gal (15.52 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 635.3 lb (288.1 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 9.4 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 5th percentile within the compatible Kawasaki sport power-to-weight comparison.
How much heavier is the Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS with a full tank?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 444.4 lb (201.6 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
What is the Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS dry-to-wet weight difference?
Available years with both measurements show about 35.3 lb (16 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
What is the Kawasaki Ninja 400R ABS torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 5.98 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
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.