Across the 1993, 1994 and 1995 model years, the Kawasaki KLX 650 has a listed fuel capacity of 3.17 US gal (12 L). Listed reserve capacity is 0.53 US gal (2 L) where supplied.
Kawasaki KLX 650 fuel tank overview
Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki KLX 650 sits around a compact tank based on its listed capacity. Reserve capacity is listed as 0.53 US gal (2 L) where available.
Compact Tank
Fuel-tank size comparison
The representative 3.17 US gal (12 L) tank is smaller than the median among the 388 Kawasaki motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 4.15 US gal (15.71 L).
Kawasaki motorcycles
Kawasaki KLX 650 fuel & related specs
| Model years covered | 1993-1995 |
|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 3.17 US gal (12 L) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 0.53 US gal (2 L) |
| Reserve as % of tank | 16.7% |
| Engine displacement | 651 cc |
| Dry weight | 319.7 lb (145 kg) to 337.3 lb (153 kg) |
Kawasaki KLX 650 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 3.17 US gal (12 L) | — | — | — |
| 1994 | 3.17 US gal (12 L) | 0.53 US gal (2 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 | 19.7 lb (8.9 kg) |
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What the fuel numbers tell you
Kawasaki KLX 650 fuel capacity FAQ
How big is the Kawasaki KLX 650 fuel tank?
The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 3.17 US gal (12 L).
Did the Kawasaki KLX 650 fuel capacity change by year?
No change appears in the comparable supplied figures; the listed capacity is 3.17 US gal (12 L).
How much reserve fuel does the Kawasaki KLX 650 have?
Where reserve data is supplied, it is listed at 0.53 US gal (2 L). Reserve is included within total tank capacity.
How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki KLX 650?
Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 19.7 lb (8.9 kg) of fuel.
What engine size does the Kawasaki KLX 650 have?
The supplied displacement figures span 651 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.