For the 1981 model year, the Kawasaki Z 550 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 476.2 lb (216 kg).
Kawasaki Z 550 weight overview
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.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki Z 550?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Z 550 is heavier than about 55.2% of 144 Kawasaki 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 550 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 476.2 lb (216 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 553 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 US gal (14 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 23 lb (10.4 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.16 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 86.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.8% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Z 550 weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki Z 550 wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 476.2 lb (216 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Kawasaki Z 550 lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki motorcycles?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 55th percentile in this model-level Kawasaki comparison.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki Z 550?
Based on the supplied 3.7 US gal (14 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 23 lb (10.4 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Kawasaki Z 550 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 656.2 lb (297.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How many cc does the Kawasaki Z 550 have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.16 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Kawasaki Z 550 compare with the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight of 463.5 lb (210.2 kg), the model is roughly 12.7 lb (5.8 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki Z 550 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.
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.