Across the 1996 and 2000 model years, the Kawasaki EL 252 has a listed fuel capacity of 2.91 US gal (11 L). Listed reserve capacity is 0.79 US gal (3 L) where supplied.
Kawasaki EL 252 fuel tank overview
Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki EL 252 sits around a compact tank based on its listed capacity. Using the supplied fuel-consumption figures, the mathematical full-tank range works out to about 152 miles (244 km). Reserve capacity is listed as 0.79 US gal (3 L) where available.
Compact Tank
Fuel-tank size comparison
The representative 2.91 US gal (11 L) tank is smaller than the median among the 44 Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 3.98 US gal (15.07 L).
Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles
Kawasaki EL 252 fuel & related specs
| Model years covered | 1996 and 2000 |
|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 2.91 US gal (11 L) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 0.79 US gal (3 L) |
| Reserve as % of tank | 27.3% |
| Listed fuel consumption | 4.5 L/100 km (52.3 mpg US / 22.2 km/L) |
| Engine displacement | 252 cc |
| Dry weight | 315.3 lb (143 kg) |
Kawasaki EL 252 fuel capacity by year
A dash means the relevant figure was not supplied for that model year.
| Year | Fuel capacity | Reserve | Listed consumption | Est. full-tank range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 2.91 US gal (11 L) | 0.79 US gal (3 L) | 4.5 L/100 km (52.3 mpg US / 22.2 km/L) | 152 miles (244 km) |
| 2000 | 2.91 US gal (11 L) | — | — | — |
Fuel capacity changes by model year
Useful fuel calculations
These are calculated from the supplied specifications; they are not guaranteed real-world figures.
| Approx. fuel weight with a full tank | 18.1 lb (8.2 kg) |
|---|---|
| Estimated full-tank range | 152 miles (244 km) |
| Estimated distance before reserve | 11 miles (178 km) |
| Estimated reserve-only range | 41 miles (67 km) |
What the fuel numbers tell you
Kawasaki EL 252 fuel capacity FAQ
How big is the Kawasaki EL 252 fuel tank?
The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 2.91 US gal (11 L).
Did the Kawasaki EL 252 fuel capacity change by year?
No change appears in the comparable supplied figures; the listed capacity is 2.91 US gal (11 L).
How much reserve fuel does the Kawasaki EL 252 have?
Where reserve data is supplied, it is listed at 0.79 US gal (3 L). Reserve is included within total tank capacity.
What fuel consumption is listed for the Kawasaki EL 252?
The supplied figures range from 4.5 L/100 km (52.3 mpg US / 22.2 km/L), depending on model year.
How far can the Kawasaki EL 252 go on a full tank?
Using the listed tank capacity and listed consumption from the same model-year rows gives an estimated full-tank range of 152 miles (244 km). Real-world range can be lower or higher.
How far can the Kawasaki EL 252 travel on reserve?
Where both reserve capacity and fuel consumption are supplied, the mathematical reserve-only estimate is 41 miles (67 km). Treat that as an estimate, not a distance to rely on.
How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki EL 252?
Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 18.1 lb (8.2 kg) of fuel.
What engine size does the Kawasaki EL 252 have?
The supplied displacement figures span 252 cc across the model years covered.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market and equipment. Fuel capacity is a nominal published figure, while calculated fuel weight and range figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Real-world fuel economy and range vary with speed, riding style, load, weather, terrain, tune and fuel level. Confirm critical specifications in the owner’s manual or on the official Kawasaki website.