Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak Fuel Capacity (4.49 gal / 17 L)

Quick answer

Across the 2002 and 2003 model years, the Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak has a listed fuel capacity of 4.49 US gal (17 L).

Fuel capacity4.49 US gal (17 L)
Model years covered
20022003

Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak fuel tank overview

PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY

Across the supplied years, the Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak sits around a large tank based on its listed capacity.

Large Tank

Fuel-tank size comparison

The representative 4.49 US gal (17 L) tank is larger 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
59th percentile
Smallest: 0.53 US gal (2 L)Median: 4.15 US gal (15.71 L)Largest: 7.53 US gal (28.5 L)

Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak fuel & related specs

Model years covered 2002-2003
Fuel capacity 4.49 US gal (17 L)
Engine displacement 1,470 cc
Wet / running weight 696.7 lb (316 kg)
Dry weight 637.1 lb (289 kg)

Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak 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
2002 4.49 US gal (17 L)
2003 4.49 US gal (17 L)

Fuel capacity changes by model year

The available supplied fuel-capacity figures are the same across the comparable model years.

Useful fuel calculations

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

Approx. fuel weight with a full tank 27.9 lb (12.7 kg)

What the fuel numbers tell you

The supplied model-year data lists the VN 1500 Mean Streak at 4.49 US gal (17 L) across all years with a usable capacity figure.
A full tank of gasoline adds roughly 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) of fuel mass using an estimate of 0.745 kg per litre.
The representative 4.49 US gal (17 L) tank is larger than the median among the 388 Kawasaki motorcycles in this dataset. The comparison-group median is 4.15 US gal (15.71 L).

Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak fuel capacity FAQ

How big is the Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak fuel tank?

The supplied model-year specifications list fuel capacity at 4.49 US gal (17 L).

Did the Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak fuel capacity change by year?

No change appears in the comparable supplied figures; the listed capacity is 4.49 US gal (17 L).

How much does a full tank of fuel weigh on the Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak?

Using approximately 0.745 kg per litre for gasoline, the listed tank capacity represents about 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) of fuel.

What engine size does the Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak have?

The supplied displacement figures span 1,470 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.