Kawasaki Bayou 250 Fuel Capacity (2.6 gal / 9.8 L)

Quick answer

Across 4 covered model years from 2009 to 2012, the Kawasaki Bayou 250 has a listed fuel capacity of 2.6 US gal (9.84 L).

Fuel capacity2.6 US gal (9.84 L)
Model years covered
2009201020112012

Kawasaki Bayou 250 fuel tank overview

PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY

Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki Bayou 250 sits around a compact tank based on its listed capacity.

Compact Tank

Fuel-tank size comparison

The representative 2.6 US gal (9.84 L) tank is smaller 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
23th 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 Bayou 250 fuel & related specs

Model years covered 2009-2012
Fuel capacity 2.6 US gal (9.84 L)
Engine displacement 228 cc
Wet / running weight 427.7 lb (194 kg) to 427.9 lb (194.1 kg)
Dry weight 425.5 lb (193 kg)

Kawasaki Bayou 250 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
2009 2.6 US gal (9.84 L)
2010 2.6 US gal (9.84 L)
2011 2.6 US gal (9.84 L)
2012 2.6 US gal (9.84 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 16.2 lb (7.3 kg)

What the fuel numbers tell you

The supplied model-year data lists the Bayou 250 at 2.6 US gal (9.84 L) across all years with a usable capacity figure.
A full tank of gasoline adds roughly 16.2 lb (7.3 kg) of fuel mass using an estimate of 0.745 kg per litre.
The representative 2.6 US gal (9.84 L) tank is smaller than the median among the 388 Kawasaki motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 4.15 US gal (15.71 L).

Kawasaki Bayou 250 fuel capacity FAQ

How big is the Kawasaki Bayou 250 fuel tank?

The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 2.6 US gal (9.84 L).

Did the Kawasaki Bayou 250 fuel capacity change by year?

No change appears in the comparable supplied figures; the listed capacity is 2.6 US gal (9.84 L).

How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki Bayou 250?

Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 16.2 lb (7.3 kg) of fuel.

What engine size does the Kawasaki Bayou 250 have?

The supplied displacement figures span 228 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.