Across 5 covered model years from 2005 to 2009, the Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 772.1 lb (350.2 kg).
Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad 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. 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 Vulcan 1600 Nomad?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad is heavier than about 97.8% of 23 Kawasaki custom/cruiser 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 Vulcan 1600 Nomad weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 772.1 lb (350.2 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,550 cc to 1,552 cc |
| Torque | 94 lb-ft (127.5 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 US gal (20.06 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.9 lb (14.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 12.18 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 | 4.3% |
| Weight with full tank | 805 lb (365.1 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad weight FAQ
How heavy is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad?
Listed dry weight is 772.1 lb (350.2 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad heavy compared with other Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 98th weight percentile in its Kawasaki category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
Does the Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 2005-2009 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available. No usable dry/wet figure was supplied for 2005.
How much does the Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5.3 US gal (20.06 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 32.9 lb (14.9 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Kawasaki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 952.1 lb (431.8 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad dry weight as curb weight?
No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 805 lb (365.1 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
What is the Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad full-tank weight estimate?
Filling the listed tank brings the calculated bike weight to roughly 805 lb (365.1 kg). This estimate is most useful when no official wet/running figure is available.
How much of the Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad total weight comes from fuel?
Based on the available weight basis, a full tank of gasoline represents about 4.3% of the motorcycle’s weight.
How does Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad torque compare with its weight?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 12.18 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
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.