For the 1982 model year, the Kawasaki Z 650 SR D-4 motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 518.1 lb (235 kg).
Kawasaki Z 650 SR D-4 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. 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
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki Z 650 SR D-4 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1982 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 518.1 lb (235 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 652 cc |
| Power | 61.7 hp |
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 11.91 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 8.4 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.26 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 79.5 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Z 650 SR D-4 weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki Z 650 SR D-4 weigh?
The source data gives 518.1 lb (235 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
What does the Kawasaki Z 650 SR D-4 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 698.1 lb (316.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
Is the Kawasaki Z 650 SR D-4 strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 11.91 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone.
How much heavier will the Kawasaki Z 650 SR D-4 be than its dry weight?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
What is the Kawasaki Z 650 SR D-4 engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The model has about 1.26 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 Z 650 SR D-4 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.