Across 5 covered model years from 2019 to 2023, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 566.6 lb (257 kg).
Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 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.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE is heavier than about 97.5% of 20 Kawasaki allround models 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 Versys 1000 SE weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 566.6 lb (257 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,043 cc |
| Power | 118.3 hp to 120 hp |
| Torque | 75.2 lb-ft (102 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.55 US gal (21 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2019 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 | 20.88 hp / 100 lb to 21.18 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 4.72 lb / hp to 4.79 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 13.28 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.84 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 54.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 566.6 lb (257 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 98th percentile among 20 compatible Kawasaki allround models.
Are all Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2019-2023 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE?
A full tank works out to about 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) from the listed 5.55 US gal (21 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 746.6 lb (338.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 20.88 hp per 100 lb to 21.18 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 73rd percentile within the compatible Kawasaki allround power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE torque-to-weight ratio?
Available data gives 13.28 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
How large is the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.84 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE above or below the typical Kawasaki allround weight?
The representative wet weight is about 95.9 lb (43.5 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki allround weight of 470.7 lb (213.5 kg) in this dataset.
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.