Kawasaki ZR 550B Zephyr Fuel Capacity (3.96 gal / 15 L)

Quick answer

For the 1990 model year, the Kawasaki ZR 550B Zephyr has a listed fuel capacity of 3.96 US gal (14.98 L).

Fuel capacity3.96 US gal (14.98 L)
Listed consumption4.12 L/100 km (57.1 mpg US / 24.3 km/L)
Est. full-tank range226 miles (364 km)
Model years covered
1990

Kawasaki ZR 550B Zephyr fuel tank overview

PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY

Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki ZR 550B Zephyr sits around a medium-capacity tank based on its listed capacity. Using the supplied fuel-consumption figures, the mathematical full-tank range works out to about 226 miles (364 km).

Medium-Capacity Tank

Fuel-tank size comparison

The representative 3.96 US gal (14.98 L) tank is close to 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
42th 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 ZR 550B Zephyr fuel & related specs

Model years covered 1990
Fuel capacity 3.96 US gal (14.98 L)
Listed fuel consumption 4.12 L/100 km (57.1 mpg US / 24.3 km/L)
Engine displacement 553 cc
Wet / running weight 454.2 lb (206 kg)
Dry weight 394.6 lb (179 kg)

Kawasaki ZR 550B Zephyr 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
1990 3.96 US gal (14.98 L) 4.12 L/100 km (57.1 mpg US / 24.3 km/L) 226 miles (364 km)

Useful fuel calculations

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

Approx. fuel weight with a full tank 24.6 lb (11.2 kg)
Estimated full-tank range 226 miles (364 km)

What the fuel numbers tell you

The supplied model-year data lists the ZR 550B Zephyr at 3.96 US gal (14.98 L) across all years with a usable capacity figure.
Estimated range is calculated from the listed fuel-consumption figure and total tank capacity for the same model year. It is not a guaranteed real-world riding range.
A full tank of gasoline adds roughly 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) of fuel mass using an estimate of 0.745 kg per litre.
The representative 3.96 US gal (14.98 L) tank is close to the median among the 388 Kawasaki motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 4.15 US gal (15.71 L).

Kawasaki ZR 550B Zephyr fuel capacity FAQ

How big is the Kawasaki ZR 550B Zephyr fuel tank?

The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 3.96 US gal (14.98 L).

What fuel consumption is listed for the Kawasaki ZR 550B Zephyr?

The supplied figures range from 4.12 L/100 km (57.1 mpg US / 24.3 km/L), depending on model year.

How far can the Kawasaki ZR 550B Zephyr 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 226 miles (364 km). Real-world range can be lower or higher.

How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki ZR 550B Zephyr?

Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) of fuel.

What engine size does the Kawasaki ZR 550B Zephyr have?

The supplied displacement figures span 553 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.