Across the 2022, 2023 and 2024 model years, the Kawasaki KX 450SR motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 242.9 lb (110.2 kg) and dry weights ranging from 232.8 lb (105.6 kg), depending on model year.
Kawasaki KX 450SR weight overview
The weight is relatively manageable, so the bike should demand less effort than a heavyweight machine when backing up, parking or making slow-speed corrections.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki KX 450SR?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki KX 450SR is lighter than about 90.6% of 144 Kawasaki motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs 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 KX 450SR weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 242.9 lb (110.2 kg) |
| Dry weight | 232.8 lb (105.6 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 449 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 1.64 US gal (6.2 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 10.2 lb (4.6 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.85 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 54.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.2% |
| Weight with full tank | 243 lb (110.2 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KX 450SR weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki KX 450SR dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2022-2024 years, listed wet/running weight is 242.9 lb (110.2 kg) and listed dry weight is 232.8 lb (105.6 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Kawasaki KX 450SR lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Kawasaki category. The model lands near the 9th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Kawasaki KX 450SR 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 KX 450SR?
Based on the supplied 1.64 US gal (6.2 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 10.2 lb (4.6 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Kawasaki KX 450SR and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 422.9 lb (191.8 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the estimated Kawasaki KX 450SR weight with a full tank of gas?
The page calculates about 243 lb (110.2 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Kawasaki curb-weight number.
How large is the Kawasaki KX 450SR engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.85 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 KX 450SR above or below the typical Kawasaki motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight of 463.5 lb (210.2 kg), the model is roughly 220.6 lb (100 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki KX 450SR weight most?
The weight itself is unlikely to be the main difficulty. Rider reach, steering lock and where the mass sits may matter more at walking pace.
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.