For the 2021 model year, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 518.1 lb (235 kg).
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE is heavier than about 73.3% of 86 Kawasaki sport 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 Ninja 1000SX SE weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 518.1 lb (235 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,043 cc |
| Power | 140.1 hp |
| Torque | 81.9 lb-ft (111 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.49 US gal (17 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 27.04 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 3.7 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 15.8 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.01 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 49.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 518.1 lb (235 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 73rd percentile among 86 compatible Kawasaki sport bikes.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE?
A full tank works out to about 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) from the listed 4.49 US gal (17 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 698.1 lb (316.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 27.04 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 56th percentile within the compatible Kawasaki sport power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 15.8 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 many cc does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE have per pound?
The model has about 2.01 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE compare with the median Kawasaki sport bike weight?
The representative wet weight is about 62.3 lb (28.2 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki sport bike weight of 455.8 lb (206.8 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX SE easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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.