Across the 1990, 1991 and 1992 model years, the Kawasaki 1000 GTR motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 676.8 lb (307 kg).
Kawasaki 1000 GTR weight overview
The scale number is high enough that parking and low-speed balance deserve real consideration. Once the bike leans too far, recovering it takes much more effort than on a light machine.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki 1000 GTR?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki 1000 GTR is heavier than about 91% of 50 Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki 1000 GTR weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1990, 1991, 1992 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 676.8 lb (307 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 997 cc |
| Power | 92 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 7.53 US gal (28.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 46.8 lb (21.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 13.59 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 7.36 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.47 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 67.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki 1000 GTR weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki 1000 GTR wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 676.8 lb (307 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Kawasaki 1000 GTR lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycles?
Compared with similar Kawasakis in this dataset, it is heavier than about 91% of 50 sport-touring motorcycles using the same weight basis.
Which Kawasaki 1000 GTR years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki 1000 GTR?
Based on the supplied 7.53 US gal (28.5 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 46.8 lb (21.2 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Kawasaki 1000 GTR and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 856.8 lb (388.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Kawasaki 1000 GTR power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 13.59 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 10th percentile within the compatible Kawasaki sport touring power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Kawasaki 1000 GTR displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.47 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What is the Kawasaki 1000 GTR weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycle weight of 558.3 lb (253.2 kg), the model is roughly 118.5 lb (53.8 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki 1000 GTR weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full weight.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Kawasaki website.