For the 1998 model year, the Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 518.1 lb (235 kg).
Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic is heavier than about 75.9% of 81 Kawasaki motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 518.1 lb (235 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 805 cc |
| Torque | 47.2 lb-ft (64 Nm) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 9.11 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.55 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 64.4 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic dry weight?
The available dry weight is 518.1 lb (235 kg). Actual ready-to-ride weight will be higher after fuel and operating fluids are added.
Is the Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki motorcycles?
Compared with similar Kawasakis in this dataset, it is heavier than about 75.9% of 81 motorcycles using the same weight basis.
What is the combined Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative dry weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 698.1 lb (316.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
Is the listed Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic weight ready to ride?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
What is the Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic torque-to-weight ratio?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 9.11 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
How large is the Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.55 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Is the Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic above or below the typical Kawasaki motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight of 396.8 lb (180 kg), the model is roughly 121.3 lb (55 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki VN 800 C Classic weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full weight.
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.