For the 1988 model year, the Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7 motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 705.5 lb (320 kg) and a dry weight of 661.4 lb (300 kg).
Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7 weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7 is heavier than about 84.9% of 43 Kawasaki custom/cruiser 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 KZ 1000 P7 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 705.5 lb (320 kg) |
| Dry weight | 661.4 lb (300 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 998 cc |
| Power | 102 hp |
| Torque | 81.9 lb-ft (111 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.81 US gal (22 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 36.1 lb (16.4 kg) |
| Carrying capacity | 440.9 lb (200 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 14.46 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 6.92 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 11.6 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.41 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 70.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.1% |
| Weight with full tank | 697.5 lb (316.4 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7 weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7 weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 705.5 lb (320 kg), while dry weight is 661.4 lb (300 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7 weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 85th percentile among 43 compatible Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7?
A full tank works out to about 36.1 lb (16.4 kg) from the listed 5.81 US gal (22 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 885.5 lb (401.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7 strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 14.46 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 95th percentile within the compatible Kawasaki custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
How much heavier is the Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7 wet than dry?
Available years with both measurements show about 44.1 lb (20 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
What is the Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7 torque-to-weight ratio?
Available data gives 11.6 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
How large is the Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7 engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.41 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How much extra weight can the Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7 support?
Listed carrying capacity is 440.9 lb (200 kg). Rider, passenger, luggage and accessories all count toward that load.
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.