Across 6 covered model years from 1983 to 1988, the Kawasaki GPZ 750 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 531.3 lb (241 kg).
Kawasaki GPZ 750 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 750?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki GPZ 750 is lighter than about 59% 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 GPZ 750 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 531.3 lb (241 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 739 cc |
| Power | 87 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
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 16.37 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 6.11 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.39 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 71.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.6% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki GPZ 750 weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki GPZ 750 wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 531.3 lb (241 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 750 lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycles?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 41st percentile in this model-level Kawasaki comparison.
Which Kawasaki GPZ 750 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 GPZ 750?
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 750 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 711.3 lb (322.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Kawasaki GPZ 750 power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 16.37 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 43rd percentile within the compatible Kawasaki sport touring power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Kawasaki GPZ 750 engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.39 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Is the Kawasaki GPZ 750 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 27 lb (12.2 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki GPZ 750 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.