For the 1978 model year, the Kawasaki Z 650 LTD motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 520.3 lb (236 kg).
Kawasaki Z 650 LTD 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.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki Z 650 LTD?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Z 650 LTD is heavier than about 73.4% of 32 Kawasaki classic 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 650 LTD weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 520.3 lb (236 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 652 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.36 US gal (16.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 27.1 lb (12.3 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.25 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 79.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Z 650 LTD weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki Z 650 LTD wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 520.3 lb (236 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 650 LTD lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki classic motorcycles?
Compared with similar Kawasakis in this dataset, it is heavier than about 73.4% of 32 classic motorcycles using the same weight basis.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki Z 650 LTD?
Based on the supplied 4.36 US gal (16.5 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 27.1 lb (12.3 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 650 LTD and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 700.3 lb (317.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How large is the Kawasaki Z 650 LTD engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.25 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 650 LTD above or below the typical Kawasaki classic motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Kawasaki classic motorcycle weight of 468.6 lb (212.6 kg), the model is roughly 51.7 lb (23.4 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki Z 650 LTD 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.