Kawasaki KX450F Fuel Capacity (1.87 gal / 7.1 L)

Quick answer

Across the 2008 and 2009 model years, the Kawasaki KX450F has listed fuel capacities ranging from 1.85 US gal (7 L) to 1.9 US gal (7.19 L), depending on model year.

Fuel capacity1.85 US gal (7 L) to 1.9 US gal (7.19 L)
Model years covered
20082009

Kawasaki KX450F fuel tank overview

PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY

Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki KX450F sits around a small-capacity tank based on its listed capacity.

Small-Capacity Tank

Fuel-tank size comparison

The representative 1.87 US gal (7.1 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

Smaller tanksTypicalLarger tanks
13th percentile
Smallest: 0.53 US gal (2 L)Median: 4.15 US gal (15.71 L)Largest: 7.53 US gal (28.5 L)

Fuel capacity across model years

This shows the smallest and largest supplied tank capacities for this model.

0.2 L spread

Smallest supplied1.85 US gal (7 L)
Largest supplied1.9 US gal (7.19 L)
Difference2.7%

Kawasaki KX450F fuel & related specs

Model years covered 2008-2009
Fuel capacity 1.85 US gal (7 L) to 1.9 US gal (7.19 L)
Engine displacement 449 cc
Wet / running weight 247.1 lb (112.1 kg)
Dry weight 220 lb (99.8 kg)

Kawasaki KX450F 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
2008 1.9 US gal (7.19 L)
2009 1.85 US gal (7 L)

Fuel capacity changes by model year

Grouped values below show where supplied tank, reserve, consumption or calculated-range figures differ across the covered years.

Fuel capacity
20081.9 US gal (7.19 L)
20091.85 US gal (7 L)

Useful fuel calculations

These are calculated from the supplied specifications; they are not guaranteed real-world figures.

Approx. fuel weight with a full tank 11.5 lb (5.2 kg) to 11.8 lb (5.4 kg)

What the fuel numbers tell you

Tank size is not identical across all supplied years: capacity runs from 1.85 US gal (7 L) to 1.9 US gal (7.19 L).
A full tank of gasoline adds roughly 11.5 lb (5.2 kg) to 11.8 lb (5.4 kg) of fuel mass using an estimate of 0.745 kg per litre.
The representative 1.87 US gal (7.1 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 KX450F fuel capacity FAQ

How big is the Kawasaki KX450F fuel tank?

The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 1.85 US gal (7 L) to 1.9 US gal (7.19 L).

Did the Kawasaki KX450F fuel capacity change by year?

Yes. Across the supplied comparable years, listed capacity ranges from 1.85 US gal (7 L) to 1.9 US gal (7.19 L). Check the year table for the exact model year.

How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki KX450F?

Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 11.5 lb (5.2 kg) to 11.8 lb (5.4 kg) of fuel.

What engine size does the Kawasaki KX450F have?

The supplied displacement figures span 449 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.

Fuel-capacity & range note

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.