Across the 1996 and 1997 model years, the Kawasaki VN 800 motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 496 lb (225 kg).
Kawasaki VN 800 weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki VN 800?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Kawasaki VN 800 is lighter than about 56.5% of 23 Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki VN 800 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1996, 1997 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 496 lb (225 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 805 cc |
| Torque | 46.3 lb-ft (62.8 Nm) to 47.2 lb-ft (64 Nm) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1996 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
| Torque per 100 lb | 9.34 lb-ft / 100 lb to 9.52 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.62 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 61.6 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki VN 800 weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki VN 800 dry weight?
The available dry weight is 496 lb (225 kg). Actual ready-to-ride weight will be higher after fuel and operating fluids are added.
Is the Kawasaki VN 800 lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 43rd percentile in this model-level Kawasaki comparison.
Which Kawasaki VN 800 years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
What is the combined Kawasaki VN 800 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative dry weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 676 lb (306.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
Is the listed Kawasaki VN 800 weight ready to ride?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
What is the Kawasaki VN 800 torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 9.34 lb-ft per 100 lb to 9.52 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
How many cc does the Kawasaki VN 800 have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.62 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Kawasaki VN 800 compare with the median Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 511.5 lb (232 kg), the model is roughly 15.4 lb (7 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki VN 800 weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full weight.
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.