For the 2011 model year, the Kawasaki Z 750 R motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 493.8 lb (224 kg).
Kawasaki Z 750 R weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean. 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 Z 750 R?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Kawasaki Z 750 R is heavier than about 72.2% of 9 Kawasaki naked bikes 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 Z 750 R weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 493.8 lb (224 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 748 cc |
| Torque | 57.5 lb-ft (78 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.89 US gal (18.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 30.4 lb (13.8 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 11.65 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.51 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 66 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.2% |
| Weight with full tank | 524.2 lb (237.8 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Z 750 R weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki Z 750 R weigh?
The source data gives 493.8 lb (224 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Kawasaki Z 750 R weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative dry weight is around the 72nd percentile among 9 compatible Kawasaki naked bikes.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki Z 750 R?
A full tank works out to about 30.4 lb (13.8 kg) from the listed 4.89 US gal (18.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki Z 750 R weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 673.8 lb (305.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
How much heavier will the Kawasaki Z 750 R be than its dry weight?
Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 524.2 lb (237.8 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.
What is the Kawasaki Z 750 R torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 11.65 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
How many cc does the Kawasaki Z 750 R have per pound?
The model has about 1.51 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 750 R compare with the median Kawasaki naked bike weight?
The representative dry weight is about 40.8 lb (18.5 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki naked bike weight of 453 lb (205.5 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki Z 750 R 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.