For the 2016 model year, the Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 504.9 lb (229 kg).
Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi 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 Z800 Sugomi?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi is heavier than about 66.7% 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 Z800 Sugomi weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 504.9 lb (229 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 806 cc |
| Torque | 61.2 lb-ft (83 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 | 12.13 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.6 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 62.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi weight FAQ
How much does the Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 504.9 lb (229 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi weight compare with similar Kawasakis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 67th percentile among 144 compatible Kawasaki motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi?
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 Z800 Sugomi weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 684.9 lb (310.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How much torque does the Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 12.13 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.6 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What is the Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi weight difference versus the category median?
The representative wet weight is about 41.3 lb (18.8 kg) heavier than the median Kawasaki motorcycle weight of 463.5 lb (210.2 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi 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.