Across the 2016 and 2017 model years, the Kawasaki D-Tracker motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 264.6 lb (120 kg).
Kawasaki D-Tracker weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki D-Tracker weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2016, 2017 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 264.6 lb (120 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 144 cc |
| Torque | 8.3 lb-ft (11.3 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 1.82 US gal (6.9 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 11.3 lb (5.1 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 3.15 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.54 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 183.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.3% |
| Weight with full tank | 275.9 lb (125.1 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki D-Tracker weight FAQ
How heavy is the Kawasaki D-Tracker?
Listed dry weight is 264.6 lb (120 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Does the Kawasaki D-Tracker weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 2016-2017 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Kawasaki D-Tracker fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 1.82 US gal (6.9 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 11.3 lb (5.1 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Kawasaki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Kawasaki D-Tracker with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 444.6 lb (201.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Kawasaki D-Tracker dry weight as curb weight?
No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 275.9 lb (125.1 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
How much heavier is the Kawasaki D-Tracker with a full tank?
The page calculates about 275.9 lb (125.1 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Kawasaki curb-weight number.
What is the Kawasaki D-Tracker torque-to-weight ratio?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 3.15 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
How large is the Kawasaki D-Tracker engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.54 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Will the Kawasaki D-Tracker feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
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.