For the 2012 model year, the Kawasaki KX 85-I Monster Energy motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 152.1 lb (69 kg).
Kawasaki KX 85-I Monster Energy weight overview
Its low overall mass should be most noticeable off the throttle: moving it by hand, backing out of a parking space and managing stop-start riding should take less effort than on a heavy road bike.
Very Light Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki KX 85-I Monster Energy?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki KX 85-I Monster Energy is lighter than about 83.3% of 30 Kawasaki motocross bikes 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 KX 85-I Monster Energy weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2012 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 152.1 lb (69 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 84 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 1.5 US gal (5.68 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 9.3 lb (4.2 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.55 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 181.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KX 85-I Monster Energy weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki KX 85-I Monster Energy wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 152.1 lb (69 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 KX 85-I Monster Energy lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki motocross bikes?
It is comparatively light for this Kawasaki category. The model lands near the 17th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki KX 85-I Monster Energy?
Based on the supplied 1.5 US gal (5.68 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 9.3 lb (4.2 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 KX 85-I Monster Energy and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 332.1 lb (150.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How many cc does the Kawasaki KX 85-I Monster Energy have per pound?
The available figures work out to 0.55 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Kawasaki KX 85-I Monster Energy compare with the median Kawasaki motocross bike weight?
Compared with the median Kawasaki motocross bike weight of 169.8 lb (77 kg), the model is roughly 17.6 lb (8 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki KX 85-I Monster Energy 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.