Across the 2021, 2022 and 2023 model years, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 518.1 lb (235 kg).
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer 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 Tourer?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer 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 Tourer weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 518.1 lb (235 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,043 cc |
| Power | 142 hp |
| Torque | 81.9 lb-ft (111 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.49 US gal (17 L) to 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) to 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2021 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 27.41 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 3.65 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% to 6% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer 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 Tourer 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.
Are all Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2021-2023 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer?
A full tank works out to about 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) to 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) from the listed 4.49 US gal (17 L) to 5.02 US gal (19 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer 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 Tourer strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 27.41 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 59th percentile within the compatible Kawasaki sport power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer torque-to-weight ratio?
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 large is the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer engine for its weight?
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.
Is the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer above or below the typical 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.
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.