Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT Weight (514lb)

Quick answer

Across the 2017, 2018 and 2022 model years, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 513.7 lb (233 kg).

Wet / running weight513.7 lb (233 kg)
Fuel capacity5.28 US gal (20 L)
Full tank fuel weight32.8 lb (14.9 kg)
Power / 100 lb19.47 hp / 100 lb
Model years covered
201720182022

Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.

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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT is heavier than about 67.2% of 29 Suzuki supermoto bikes with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
513.7 lb (233 kg)
29 Suzuki supermoto bikesMedian: 502.7 lb (228 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight513.7 lb (233 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 rider663.7 lb (301 kg)bike + rider • bike is 77.4% of total mass
180 lb rider693.7 lb (314.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 74.1% of total mass
210 lb rider723.7 lb (328.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 71% of total mass

Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT weight & related specs

Model years covered 2017, 2018, 2022
Wet / running weight 513.7 lb (233 kg)
Engine displacement 1,037 cc
Power 100 hp
Torque 76 lb-ft (103 Nm)
Fuel capacity 5.28 US gal (20 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 32.8 lb (14.9 kg)

Weight changes by model year

The available comparable weight figures do not show a meaningful year-to-year change.

Useful weight calculations

Horsepower per 100 lb 19.47 hp / 100 lb
Pounds per horsepower 5.14 lb / hp
Torque per 100 lb 14.79 lb-ft / 100 lb
Displacement per pound 2.02 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 49.5 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 6.4%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT is heavier than about 67.2% of 29 Suzuki supermoto bikes with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 5.28 US gal (20 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Suzuki curb-weight specification.
The calculated power-to-weight figure is 19.47 hp per 100 lb across years with compatible data. It shows how much engine output is available relative to the bike’s mass.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT weight FAQ

How much does the Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 513.7 lb (233 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT weight compare with similar Suzukis?

It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 67th percentile among 29 compatible Suzuki supermoto bikes.

Are all Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT model years the same weight?

The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2017, 2018, 2022 years covered here.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT?

A full tank works out to about 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) from the listed 5.28 US gal (20 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 693.7 lb (314.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

Is the Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT strong for its weight?

The calculated range is 19.47 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 64th percentile within the compatible Suzuki super motard power-to-weight comparison.

What is the Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT torque-to-weight ratio?

Available data gives 14.79 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 Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT engine for its weight?

The model has about 2.02 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

Is the Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT above or below the typical Suzuki supermoto bike weight?

The representative wet weight is about 11 lb (5 kg) heavier than the median Suzuki supermoto bike weight of 502.7 lb (228 kg) in this dataset.

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.