Across the 1975, 1976 and 1977 model years, the Kawasaki KH 500 has a listed fuel capacity of 4.23 US gal (16 L).
Kawasaki KH 500 fuel tank overview
Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki KH 500 sits around a medium-capacity tank based on its listed capacity.
Medium-Capacity Tank
Fuel-tank size comparison
The representative 4.23 US gal (16 L) tank is close to the median among the 73 Kawasaki sport bikes in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 4.49 US gal (17 L).
Kawasaki sport bikes
Kawasaki KH 500 fuel & related specs
| Model years covered | 1975-1977 |
|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 4.23 US gal (16 L) |
| Engine displacement | 499 cc |
| Wet / running weight | 451.9 lb (205 kg) |
Kawasaki KH 500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | 4.23 US gal (16 L) | — | — | — |
| 1976 | 4.23 US gal (16 L) | — | — | — |
| 1977 | 4.23 US gal (16 L) | — | — | — |
Fuel capacity changes by model year
Useful fuel calculations
These are calculated from the supplied specifications; they are not guaranteed real-world figures.
| Approx. fuel weight with a full tank | 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) |
|---|
What the fuel numbers tell you
Kawasaki KH 500 fuel capacity FAQ
How big is the Kawasaki KH 500 fuel tank?
The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 4.23 US gal (16 L).
Did the Kawasaki KH 500 fuel capacity change by year?
No change appears in the comparable supplied figures; the listed capacity is 4.23 US gal (16 L).
How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki KH 500?
Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) of fuel.
What engine size does the Kawasaki KH 500 have?
The supplied displacement figures span 499 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.
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.