Kawasaki KX250 XC Weight (240lb)

Quick answer

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).

Wet / running weight240.3 lb (109 kg)
Dry weight230.2 lb (104.4 kg)
Fuel capacity1.64 US gal (6.21 L)
Full tank fuel weight10.2 lb (4.6 kg)
Model years covered
2021

Kawasaki KX250 XC weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

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

CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

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.

LighterTypicalHeavier
240.3 lb (109 kg)
144 Kawasaki motorcyclesMedian: 463.5 lb (210.2 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Dry vs ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight240.3 lb (109 kg)
Dry weight230.2 lb (104.4 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider390.3 lb (177 kg)bike + rider • bike is 61.6% of total mass
180 lb rider420.3 lb (190.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 57.2% of total mass
210 lb rider450.3 lb (204.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 53.4% of total mass

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

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki KX250 XC is lighter than about 92% of 144 Kawasaki motorcycles with compatible weight data.
The listed fuel tank capacity is 1.64 US gal (6.21 L). A full tank of gasoline is estimated to weigh about 10.2 lb (4.6 kg), which helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.

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.

Official information note

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.