For the 2017 model year, the Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 487.2 lb (221 kg).
Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition 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.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition is heavier than about 70.8% of 60 Kawasaki naked 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 Z1000 R Edition weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 487.2 lb (221 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,043 cc |
| Torque | 81.9 lb-ft (111 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.49 US gal (17 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 16.8 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.14 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 46.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.7% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 487.2 lb (221 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 71st percentile among 60 compatible Kawasaki naked bikes.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition?
A full tank works out to about 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) from the listed 4.49 US gal (17 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 667.2 lb (302.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition torque-to-weight ratio?
Available data gives 16.8 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 large is the Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition engine for its weight?
The model has about 2.14 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition above or below the typical Kawasaki naked bike weight?
The representative wet weight is about 25.4 lb (11.5 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki naked bike weight of 461.9 lb (209.5 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki Z1000 R Edition 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.