Across 4 covered model years from 1986 to 1989, the Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 652.6 lb (296 kg).
Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR is heavier than about 89% of 50 Kawasaki sport-touring 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 Z 1000 GTR weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 652.6 lb (296 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 997 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 7.53 US gal (28.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 46.8 lb (21.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.53 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 65.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 652.6 lb (296 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 89th percentile among 50 compatible Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycles.
Are all Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1986-1989 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR?
A full tank works out to about 46.8 lb (21.2 kg) from the listed 7.53 US gal (28.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 832.6 lb (377.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How many cc does the Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR have per pound?
The model has about 1.53 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR compare with the median Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 94.2 lb (42.8 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki sport-touring motorcycle weight of 558.3 lb (253.2 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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.