Kawasaki Z 1000 SX Fuel Capacity (5.02 gal / 19 L)

Quick answer

Across the 2011 and 2012 model years, the Kawasaki Z 1000 SX has a listed fuel capacity of 5.02 US gal (19 L).

Fuel capacity5.02 US gal (19 L)
Model years covered
20112012

Kawasaki Z 1000 SX fuel tank overview

PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY

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

Large Tank

Fuel-tank size comparison

The representative 5.02 US gal (19 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

Smaller tanksTypicalLarger tanks
78th percentile
Smallest: 0.53 US gal (2 L)Median: 4.15 US gal (15.71 L)Largest: 7.53 US gal (28.5 L)

Kawasaki Z 1000 SX fuel & related specs

Model years covered 2011-2012
Fuel capacity 5.02 US gal (19 L)
Engine displacement 1,043 cc
Wet / running weight 502.7 lb (228 kg)
Dry weight 502.7 lb (228 kg)

Kawasaki Z 1000 SX 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
2011 5.02 US gal (19 L)
2012 5.02 US gal (19 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 31.2 lb (14.2 kg)

What the fuel numbers tell you

The supplied model-year data lists the Z 1000 SX at 5.02 US gal (19 L) across all years with a usable capacity figure.
A full tank of gasoline adds roughly 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) of fuel mass using an estimate of 0.745 kg per litre.
The representative 5.02 US gal (19 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 Z 1000 SX fuel capacity FAQ

How big is the Kawasaki Z 1000 SX fuel tank?

The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 5.02 US gal (19 L).

Did the Kawasaki Z 1000 SX fuel capacity change by year?

No change appears in the comparable supplied figures; the listed capacity is 5.02 US gal (19 L).

How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki Z 1000 SX?

Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) of fuel.

What engine size does the Kawasaki Z 1000 SX have?

The supplied displacement figures span 1,043 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.