For the 2017 model year, the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 478.4 lb (217 kg).
Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition 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 650 Special Edition?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition is heavier than about 56.6% 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 Versys 650 Special Edition weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 478.4 lb (217 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 649 cc |
| Torque | 47.2 lb-ft (64 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.55 US gal (21 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 9.87 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.36 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 73.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 478.4 lb (217 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 57th percentile for weight among 144 compatible Kawasaki motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition?
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 650 Special Edition weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 658.4 lb (298.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 9.87 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 many cc does the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition have per pound?
The model has about 1.36 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition compare with the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 14.9 lb (6.8 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight of 463.5 lb (210.2 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki Versys 650 Special Edition easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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.