Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 Weight (483lb)

Quick answer

For the 2002 model year, the Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 483 lb (219.1 kg).

Dry weight483 lb (219.1 kg)
Fuel capacity3.6 US gal (13.62 L)
Full tank fuel weight22.4 lb (10.1 kg)
Model years covered
2002

Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

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.

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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Kawasaki Vulcan VN750?

dry weight

Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 is lighter than about 65.2% of 23 Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
483 lb (219.1 kg)
23 Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcyclesMedian: 511.5 lb (232 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Dry weight

Dry weight483 lb (219.1 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider633 lb (287.1 kg)bike + rider • bike is 76.3% of total mass
180 lb rider663 lb (300.7 kg)bike + rider • bike is 72.9% of total mass
210 lb rider693 lb (314.4 kg)bike + rider • bike is 69.7% of total mass

Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 weight & related specs

Model years covered 2002
Dry weight 483 lb (219.1 kg)
Engine displacement 749 cc
Fuel capacity 3.6 US gal (13.62 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 22.4 lb (10.1 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 1.55 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 64.5 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 4.6%
Weight with full tank 505.4 lb (229.2 kg)

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 is lighter than about 65.2% of 23 Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
The listed fuel tank capacity is 3.6 US gal (13.62 L). A full tank of gasoline is estimated to weigh about 22.4 lb (10.1 kg), which helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.

Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 weight FAQ

What is the Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 dry weight?

The available dry weight is 483 lb (219.1 kg). Actual ready-to-ride weight will be higher after fuel and operating fluids are added.

Is the Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycles?

It is comparatively light for this Kawasaki category. The model lands near the 35th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.

How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki Vulcan VN750?

Based on the supplied 3.6 US gal (13.62 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 22.4 lb (10.1 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.

What is the combined Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 and rider weight?

Using the model’s representative dry weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 663 lb (300.7 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.

Is the listed Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 weight ready to ride?

The published usable figure is dry, not curb weight. A simple dry-plus-full-fuel estimate is 505.4 lb (229.2 kg), but that still is not a substitute for an official wet/curb specification.

How much heavier is the Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 with a full tank?

The page calculates about 505.4 lb (229.2 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Kawasaki curb-weight number.

How large is the Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 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 Vulcan VN750 above or below the typical Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?

Compared with the median Kawasaki custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 511.5 lb (232 kg), the model is roughly 28.4 lb (12.9 kg) lighter.

Where will I notice the Kawasaki Vulcan VN750 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.

Official information note

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.