Suzuki SFV650 Gladius Weight (445lb)

Quick answer

For the 2009 model year, the Suzuki SFV650 Gladius motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 445.3 lb (202 kg).

Wet / running weight445.3 lb (202 kg)
Fuel capacity3.83 US gal (14.5 L)
Full tank fuel weight23.8 lb (10.8 kg)
Model years covered
2009

Suzuki SFV650 Gladius weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.

Middleweight Motorcycle

CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Suzuki SFV650 Gladius?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki SFV650 Gladius is heavier than about 61.7% of 47 Suzuki naked bikes with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
445.3 lb (202 kg)
47 Suzuki naked bikesMedian: 436.5 lb (198 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight445.3 lb (202 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider595.3 lb (270 kg)bike + rider • bike is 74.8% of total mass
180 lb rider625.3 lb (283.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 71.2% of total mass
210 lb rider655.3 lb (297.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 68% of total mass

Suzuki SFV650 Gladius weight & related specs

Model years covered 2009
Wet / running weight 445.3 lb (202 kg)
Engine displacement 645 cc
Fuel capacity 3.83 US gal (14.5 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 23.8 lb (10.8 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 1.45 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 69 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 5.3%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki SFV650 Gladius is heavier than about 61.7% of 47 Suzuki naked bikes with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 3.83 US gal (14.5 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 23.8 lb (10.8 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Suzuki curb-weight specification.

Suzuki SFV650 Gladius weight FAQ

How much does the Suzuki SFV650 Gladius weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 445.3 lb (202 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Suzuki SFV650 Gladius weight compare with similar Suzukis?

It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 62nd percentile for weight among 47 compatible Suzuki naked bikes.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki SFV650 Gladius?

A full tank works out to about 23.8 lb (10.8 kg) from the listed 3.83 US gal (14.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Suzuki SFV650 Gladius weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 625.3 lb (283.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

How much of the Suzuki SFV650 Gladius total weight comes from fuel?

Fuel accounts for roughly 5.3% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.

What is the Suzuki SFV650 Gladius engine-size-to-weight ratio?

The model has about 1.45 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

How far is the Suzuki SFV650 Gladius from the median Suzuki naked bike weight?

The representative wet weight is about 8.8 lb (4 kg) heavier than the median Suzuki naked bike weight of 436.5 lb (198 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Suzuki SFV650 Gladius easy to move around by hand?

The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.

Official information note

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 Suzuki Cycles website.