For the 2000 model year, the Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 249.1 lb (113 kg).
Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa 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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How heavy is the Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa is lighter than about 84.6% of 81 Kawasaki motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 249.1 lb (113 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 249 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.38 US gal (9 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 14.8 lb (6.7 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 100 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.9% |
| Weight with full tank | 263.9 lb (119.7 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa weight FAQ
How heavy is the Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa?
Listed dry weight is 249.1 lb (113 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Is the Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa heavy compared with other Kawasaki motorcycles?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative dry weight sits around the 15th weight percentile among 81 Kawasaki motorcycles, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
How much does the Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 2.38 US gal (9 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 14.8 lb (6.7 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Kawasaki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 429.1 lb (194.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa 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 263.9 lb (119.7 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
How many cc does the Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa have per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 1 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How does the Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa compare with the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 147.7 lb (67 kg) lighter than the compatible median Kawasaki motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Kawasaki KL250-G4 Super Sherpa feel heavy at low speed?
Its low mass should make hand-moving and parking easier than on most full-size road motorcycles. Seat height and center of mass can still change how manageable it feels.
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.