Across the 2011, 2013 and 2014 model years, the Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 621.7 lb (282 kg).
Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition weight overview
This sits in heavyweight territory. Riders should think about garage movement, backing up, surface slope and passenger/luggage load as much as the on-road feel.
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How heavy is the Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition is heavier than about 75.6% of 43 Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles 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 VN 900 Classic Special Edition weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2011, 2013, 2014 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 621.7 lb (282 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 903 cc |
| Power | 49.6 hp |
| Torque | 57.5 lb-ft (78 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 US gal (20 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 7.98 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 12.53 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 9.25 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.45 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 68.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition weight FAQ
How heavy is the Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 621.7 lb (282 kg). The year-specific section above shows which years use each figure where the supplied value changes.
Is the Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition heavy compared with other Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 76th weight percentile in its Kawasaki category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
Does the Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 2011, 2013, 2014 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5.28 US gal (20 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 32.8 lb (14.9 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Kawasaki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 801.7 lb (363.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much horsepower does the Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition have per 100 lb?
Where compatible power and weight figures are available, it works out to 7.98 hp per 100 lb. That places it around the 33rd percentile within the compatible Kawasaki custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 9.25 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
How many cc does the Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition have per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 1.45 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How does the Kawasaki VN 900 Classic Special Edition compare with the median Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 83.8 lb (38 kg) heavier than the compatible median Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycle weight used on this page.
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.