Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer Weight (507lb)

Quick answer

For the 2015 model year, the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 507.1 lb (230 kg).

Wet / running weight507.1 lb (230 kg)
Fuel capacity5.02 US gal (19 L)
Full tank fuel weight31.2 lb (14.2 kg)
Model years covered
2015

Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.

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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer is heavier than about 67.7% of 144 Kawasaki motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
507.1 lb (230 kg)
144 Kawasaki motorcyclesMedian: 463.5 lb (210.2 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight507.1 lb (230 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider657.1 lb (298 kg)bike + rider • bike is 77.2% of total mass
180 lb rider687.1 lb (311.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 73.8% of total mass
210 lb rider717.1 lb (325.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 70.7% of total mass

Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer weight & related specs

Model years covered 2015
Wet / running weight 507.1 lb (230 kg)
Engine displacement 1,043 cc
Torque 81.9 lb-ft (111 Nm)
Fuel capacity 5.02 US gal (19 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 31.2 lb (14.2 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Torque per 100 lb 16.15 lb-ft / 100 lb
Displacement per pound 2.06 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 48.6 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 6.2%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer is heavier than about 67.7% of 144 Kawasaki motorcycles with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 5.02 US gal (19 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Kawasaki curb-weight specification.

Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer weight FAQ

How much does the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 507.1 lb (230 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer weight compare with similar Kawasakis?

It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 68th percentile among 144 compatible Kawasaki motorcycles.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer?

A full tank works out to about 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) from the listed 5.02 US gal (19 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 687.1 lb (311.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

How much of the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer total weight comes from fuel?

Fuel accounts for roughly 6.2% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.

How does Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer torque compare with its weight?

Available data gives 16.15 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.

What is the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer engine-size-to-weight ratio?

The model has about 2.06 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

How far is the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer from the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight?

The representative wet weight is about 43.5 lb (19.8 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight of 463.5 lb (210.2 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer 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.

Official information note

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.