Across the 2015, 2016 and 2017 model years, the Kawasaki Z800 ABS motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 504.9 lb (229 kg) to 511.5 lb (232 kg).
Kawasaki Z800 ABS 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.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki Z800 ABS?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Z800 ABS is heavier than about 69.1% of 144 Kawasaki motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki Z800 ABS weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 504.9 lb (229 kg) to 511.5 lb (232 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 806 cc |
| Torque | 61.2 lb-ft (83 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.49 US gal (17 L) to 4.5 US gal (17.03 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) to 28 lb (12.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2015 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 | 11.97 lb-ft / 100 lb to 12.13 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.58 cc / lb to 1.6 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 62.6 lb / 100 cc to 63.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.5% to 5.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Z800 ABS weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki Z800 ABS weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 504.9 lb (229 kg) to 511.5 lb (232 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Kawasaki Z800 ABS weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 69th percentile among 144 compatible Kawasaki motorcycles.
Are all Kawasaki Z800 ABS model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki Z800 ABS?
A full tank works out to about 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) to 28 lb (12.7 kg) from the listed 4.49 US gal (17 L) to 4.5 US gal (17.03 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki Z800 ABS weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 689.5 lb (312.7 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Kawasaki Z800 ABS torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 11.97 lb-ft per 100 lb to 12.13 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
How many cc does the Kawasaki Z800 ABS have per pound?
The model has about 1.58 cc per lb to 1.6 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Kawasaki Z800 ABS compare with the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 46 lb (20.8 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight of 463.5 lb (210.2 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki Z800 ABS 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.