Across the 2021, 2022 and 2023 model years, the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT motorcycle has supplied dry weights ranging from 476.2 lb (216 kg) to 482.8 lb (219 kg).
Kawasaki Versys 650 LT 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. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT is heavier than about 79.2% of 12 Kawasaki allround models with compatible weight data.
Dry weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki Versys 650 LT weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 476.2 lb (216 kg) to 482.8 lb (219 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 649 cc |
| Torque | 42 lb-ft (57 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.55 US gal (21 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 34.5 lb (15.6 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
| Torque per 100 lb | 8.71 lb-ft / 100 lb to 8.83 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.34 cc / lb to 1.36 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 73.4 lb / 100 cc to 74.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.1% to 7.2% |
| Weight with full tank | 510.7 lb (231.6 kg) to 517.3 lb (234.6 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Versys 650 LT weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT weigh?
The source data gives 476.2 lb (216 kg) to 482.8 lb (219 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative dry weight is around the 79th percentile among 12 compatible Kawasaki allround models.
Are all Kawasaki Versys 650 LT model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT?
A full tank works out to about 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) from the listed 5.55 US gal (21 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 662.8 lb (300.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
How much heavier will the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT be than its dry weight?
Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 510.7 lb (231.6 kg) to 517.3 lb (234.6 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.
What does the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT weigh with a full tank?
Filling the listed tank brings the calculated bike weight to roughly 510.7 lb (231.6 kg) to 517.3 lb (234.6 kg). This estimate is most useful when no official wet/running figure is available.
How much of the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 7.1% to 7.2% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
How does Kawasaki Versys 650 LT torque compare with its weight?
Available data gives 8.71 lb-ft per 100 lb to 8.83 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
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.