Across 4 covered model years from 1984 to 1987, the Kawasaki Z 750 Turbo motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 560 lb (254 kg).
Kawasaki Z 750 Turbo 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 750 Turbo?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Z 750 Turbo is heavier than about 78.5% of 86 Kawasaki sport bikes 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 750 Turbo weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 560 lb (254 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 739 cc |
| Power | 100 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 4.76 US gal (18 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 17.86 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 5.6 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.32 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 75.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Z 750 Turbo weight FAQ
What is the Kawasaki Z 750 Turbo wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 560 lb (254 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 750 Turbo lighter or heavier than other Kawasaki sport bikes?
Compared with similar Kawasakis in this dataset, it is heavier than about 78.5% of 86 sport bikes using the same weight basis.
Which Kawasaki Z 750 Turbo years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Kawasaki Z 750 Turbo?
Based on the supplied 4.76 US gal (18 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 29.6 lb (13.4 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 750 Turbo and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 740 lb (335.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Kawasaki Z 750 Turbo power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 17.86 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 48th percentile within the compatible Kawasaki sport power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Kawasaki Z 750 Turbo displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.32 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What is the Kawasaki Z 750 Turbo weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Kawasaki sport bike weight of 455.8 lb (206.8 kg), the model is roughly 104.2 lb (47.2 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Kawasaki Z 750 Turbo 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.