Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX Fuel Capacity (5.55 gal / 21 L)

Quick answer

Across the 1986, 1987 and 1988 model years, the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX has a listed fuel capacity of 5.55 US gal (21 L).

Fuel capacity5.55 US gal (21 L)
Model years covered
198619871988

Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX fuel tank overview

PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY

Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX sits around a large tank based on its listed capacity.

Large Tank

Fuel-tank size comparison

The representative 5.55 US gal (21 L) tank is larger than the median among the 73 Kawasaki sport bikes in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 4.49 US gal (17 L).

Kawasaki sport bikes

Smaller tanksTypicalLarger tanks
85th percentile
Smallest: 0.98 US gal (3.7 L)Median: 4.49 US gal (17 L)Largest: 5.81 US gal (22 L)

Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX fuel & related specs

Model years covered 1986-1988
Fuel capacity 5.55 US gal (21 L)
Engine displacement 997 cc
Wet / running weight 588.6 lb (267 kg)

Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX 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
1986 5.55 US gal (21 L)
1987 5.55 US gal (21 L)
1988 5.55 US gal (21 L)

Fuel capacity changes by model year

The available supplied fuel-capacity figures are the same across the comparable model years.

Useful fuel calculations

These are calculated from the supplied specifications; they are not guaranteed real-world figures.

Approx. fuel weight with a full tank 34.5 lb (15.6 kg)

What the fuel numbers tell you

The supplied model-year data lists the GPZ 1000 RX at 5.55 US gal (21 L) across all years with a usable capacity figure.
A full tank of gasoline adds roughly 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) of fuel mass using an estimate of 0.745 kg per litre.
The representative 5.55 US gal (21 L) tank is larger than the median among the 73 Kawasaki sport bikes in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 4.49 US gal (17 L).

Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX fuel capacity FAQ

How big is the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX fuel tank?

The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 5.55 US gal (21 L).

Did the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX fuel capacity change by year?

No change appears in the comparable supplied figures; the listed capacity is 5.55 US gal (21 L).

How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX?

Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) of fuel.

What engine size does the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX have?

The supplied displacement figures span 997 cc across the model years covered.

Is fuel capacity the same as usable riding fuel?

Not necessarily. Published tank capacity is a nominal total capacity. Real usable fuel can vary slightly with filling method, bike angle, tank design and when the low-fuel or reserve system is triggered.

Fuel-capacity & range note

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.