Across the 2018, 2022 and 2023 model years, the Kawasaki W175 motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 277.8 lb (126 kg).
Kawasaki W175 weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop. 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 W175?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Kawasaki W175 is lighter than about 79% 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 W175 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2018, 2022, 2023 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 277.8 lb (126 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 175 cc to 177 cc |
| Torque | 9.7 lb-ft (13.2 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.57 US gal (13.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 22.2 lb (10.1 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 3.5 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.63 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 156.9 lb / 100 cc to 158.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 8% |
| Weight with full tank | 300 lb (136.1 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki W175 weight FAQ
How heavy is the Kawasaki W175?
Listed dry weight is 277.8 lb (126 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 W175 heavy compared with other Kawasaki motorcycles?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative dry weight sits around the 21st weight percentile among 81 Kawasaki motorcycles, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
Does the Kawasaki W175 weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 2018, 2022, 2023 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Kawasaki W175 fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 3.57 US gal (13.5 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 22.2 lb (10.1 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Kawasaki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Kawasaki W175 with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 457.8 lb (207.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Kawasaki W175 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 300 lb (136.1 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
How much heavier is the Kawasaki W175 with a full tank?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 300 lb (136.1 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
What is the Kawasaki W175 torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 3.5 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
How many cc does the Kawasaki W175 have per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.63 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
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.