Across 7 covered model years from 1984 to 1990, the Kawasaki GPZ 600 R motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 471.8 lb (214 kg) to 478.4 lb (217 kg).
Kawasaki GPZ 600 R weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki GPZ 600 R?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki GPZ 600 R is lighter than about 78% of 50 Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki GPZ 600 R weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 471.8 lb (214 kg) to 478.4 lb (217 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 592 cc |
| Power | 75 hp to 82 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 4.76 US gal (18 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1984 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 15.68 hp / 100 lb to 17.38 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 5.75 lb / hp to 6.38 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.24 cc / lb to 1.25 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 79.7 lb / 100 cc to 80.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.2% to 6.3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki GPZ 600 R weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki GPZ 600 R wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 471.8 lb (214 kg) to 478.4 lb (217 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 GPZ 600 R lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Kawasaki category. The model lands near the 22nd percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Kawasaki GPZ 600 R years have different weight specs?
The supplied data shows different weight figures across the 1984-1990 model years. Use the year-specific changes section above for the exact value attached to each changed year.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki GPZ 600 R?
Based on the supplied 4.76 US gal (18 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 29.6 lb (13.4 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 GPZ 600 R and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 658.4 lb (298.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Kawasaki GPZ 600 R power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 15.68 hp per 100 lb to 17.38 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 35th percentile within the compatible Kawasaki sport touring power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Kawasaki GPZ 600 R engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.24 cc per lb to 1.25 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What are the lightest and heaviest Kawasaki GPZ 600 R years?
Among years with usable comparable figures, 1989-1990 is the lightest at 471.8 lb (214 kg), while 1984-1988 is the heaviest at 478.4 lb (217 kg).
Is the Kawasaki GPZ 600 R above or below the typical Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycle weight of 558.3 lb (253.2 kg), the model is roughly 79.9 lb (36.2 kg) lighter.
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.