Across 4 covered model years from 1986 to 1989, the Kawasaki ZL 600 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 460.8 lb (209 kg).
Kawasaki ZL 600 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 ZL 600?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki ZL 600 is lighter than about 80.2% of 43 Kawasaki custom/cruiser 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 ZL 600 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 460.8 lb (209 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 592 cc |
| Power | 74 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 3.17 US gal (12 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 19.7 lb (8.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 16.06 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 6.23 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.28 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 77.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki ZL 600 weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki ZL 600 wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 460.8 lb (209 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 ZL 600 lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Kawasaki category. The model lands near the 20th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Kawasaki ZL 600 years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki ZL 600?
Based on the supplied 3.17 US gal (12 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 19.7 lb (8.9 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 ZL 600 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 640.8 lb (290.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Kawasaki ZL 600 power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 16.06 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 98th percentile within the compatible Kawasaki custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Kawasaki ZL 600 have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.28 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Kawasaki ZL 600 compare with the median Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 537.9 lb (244 kg), the model is roughly 77.2 lb (35 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki ZL 600 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.