For the 1978 model year, the Kawasaki Z 1000 Z 1-R motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 599.7 lb (272 kg).
Kawasaki Z 1000 Z 1-R weight overview
The scale number is high enough that parking and low-speed balance deserve real consideration. Once the bike leans too far, recovering it takes much more effort than on a light machine.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki Z 1000 Z 1-R?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Z 1000 Z 1-R is heavier than about 87% of 50 Kawasaki sport-touring 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 Z 1000 Z 1-R weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 599.7 lb (272 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,015 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 3.43 US gal (13 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 21.4 lb (9.7 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.69 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 59.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.6% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Z 1000 Z 1-R weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki Z 1000 Z 1-R wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 599.7 lb (272 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Kawasaki Z 1000 Z 1-R lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycles?
Compared with similar Kawasakis in this dataset, it is heavier than about 87% of 50 sport-touring motorcycles using the same weight basis.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki Z 1000 Z 1-R?
Based on the supplied 3.43 US gal (13 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 21.4 lb (9.7 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Kawasaki Z 1000 Z 1-R and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 779.7 lb (353.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How large is the Kawasaki Z 1000 Z 1-R engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.69 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Is the Kawasaki Z 1000 Z 1-R above or below the typical Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycle weight of 558.3 lb (253.2 kg), the model is roughly 41.3 lb (18.8 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki Z 1000 Z 1-R 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.