For the 2021 model year, the Kawasaki KX250 XC motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 240.3 lb (109 kg) and a dry weight of 230.2 lb (104.4 kg).
Kawasaki KX250 XC 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.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki KX250 XC?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki KX250 XC is lighter than about 92% 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 KX250 XC weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 240.3 lb (109 kg) |
| Dry weight | 230.2 lb (104.4 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 249 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 1.64 US gal (6.21 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 10.2 lb (4.6 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.04 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 96.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.2% |
| Weight with full tank | 240.4 lb (109 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KX250 XC weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki KX250 XC dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2021 years, listed wet/running weight is 240.3 lb (109 kg) and listed dry weight is 230.2 lb (104.4 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Kawasaki KX250 XC lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Kawasaki category. The model lands near the 8th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki KX250 XC?
Based on the supplied 1.64 US gal (6.21 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 KX250 XC and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 420.3 lb (190.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What does the Kawasaki KX250 XC weigh with a full tank?
The page calculates about 240.4 lb (109 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 KX250 XC engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.04 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 KX250 XC 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 223.2 lb (101.2 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki KX250 XC 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.