Across the 1986, 1987 and 1988 model years, the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 588.6 lb (267 kg).
Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX is heavier than about 83.1% of 86 Kawasaki sport bikes 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 GPZ 1000 RX weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1986, 1987, 1988 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 588.6 lb (267 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 997 cc |
| Power | 125 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 5.55 US gal (21 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 21.24 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 4.71 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.69 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 59 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 588.6 lb (267 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 83rd percentile among 86 compatible Kawasaki sport bikes.
Are all Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1986-1988 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX?
A full tank works out to about 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) from the listed 5.55 US gal (21 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 768.6 lb (348.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 21.24 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 52nd percentile within the compatible Kawasaki sport power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX have per pound?
The model has about 1.69 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX compare with the median Kawasaki sport bike weight?
The representative wet weight is about 132.8 lb (60.2 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki sport bike weight of 455.8 lb (206.8 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki GPZ 1000 RX easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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.