Across 9 covered model years from 1984 to 1992, the Kawasaki GPZ 900 R has a listed fuel capacity of 5.81 US gal (22 L).
Kawasaki GPZ 900 R fuel tank overview
Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki GPZ 900 R sits around a very large tank based on its listed capacity. Using the supplied fuel-consumption figures, the mathematical full-tank range works out to about 198 miles (319 km) to 237 miles (381 km).
Very Large Tank
Fuel-tank size comparison
The representative 5.81 US gal (22 L) tank is larger than the median among the 388 Kawasaki motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 4.15 US gal (15.71 L).
Kawasaki motorcycles
Kawasaki GPZ 900 R fuel & related specs
| Model years covered | 1984-1992 |
|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 5.81 US gal (22 L) |
| Listed fuel consumption | 5.77 L/100 km (40.8 mpg US / 17.3 km/L) to 6.9 L/100 km (34.1 mpg US / 14.5 km/L) |
| Engine displacement | 908 cc |
| Wet / running weight | 566.6 lb (257 kg) |
| Dry weight | 502.7 lb (228 kg) |
Kawasaki GPZ 900 R 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 5.81 US gal (22 L) | — | 5.77 L/100 km (40.8 mpg US / 17.3 km/L) | 237 miles (381 km) |
| 1985 | 5.81 US gal (22 L) | — | — | — |
| 1986 | 5.81 US gal (22 L) | — | — | — |
| 1987 | 5.81 US gal (22 L) | — | — | — |
| 1988 | 5.81 US gal (22 L) | — | — | — |
| 1989 | 5.81 US gal (22 L) | — | 6.9 L/100 km (34.1 mpg US / 14.5 km/L) | 198 miles (319 km) |
| 1990 | 5.81 US gal (22 L) | — | — | — |
| 1991 | 5.81 US gal (22 L) | — | — | — |
| 1992 | 5.81 US gal (22 L) | — | — | — |
Fuel capacity changes by model year
Grouped values below show where supplied tank, reserve, consumption or calculated-range figures differ across the covered 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 | 36.1 lb (16.4 kg) |
|---|---|
| Estimated full-tank range | 198 miles (319 km) to 237 miles (381 km) |
What the fuel numbers tell you
Kawasaki GPZ 900 R fuel capacity FAQ
How big is the Kawasaki GPZ 900 R fuel tank?
The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 5.81 US gal (22 L).
Did the Kawasaki GPZ 900 R fuel capacity change by year?
No change appears in the comparable supplied figures; the listed capacity is 5.81 US gal (22 L).
What fuel consumption is listed for the Kawasaki GPZ 900 R?
The supplied figures range from 5.77 L/100 km (40.8 mpg US / 17.3 km/L) to 6.9 L/100 km (34.1 mpg US / 14.5 km/L), depending on model year.
How far can the Kawasaki GPZ 900 R 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 198 miles (319 km) to 237 miles (381 km). Real-world range can be lower or higher.
How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki GPZ 900 R?
Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 36.1 lb (16.4 kg) of fuel.
What engine size does the Kawasaki GPZ 900 R have?
The supplied displacement figures span 908 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.
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.