For the 2016 model year, the Honda Africa Twin DCT motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 511.5 lb (232 kg).
Honda Africa Twin DCT 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 Honda Africa Twin DCT?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda Africa Twin DCT is heavier than about 60.2% of 166 Honda 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.
Honda Africa Twin DCT weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 511.5 lb (232 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 998 cc |
| Torque | 72.3 lb-ft (98 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.96 US gal (18.77 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 30.8 lb (14 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 14.13 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.95 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 51.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda Africa Twin DCT weight FAQ
How much does the Honda Africa Twin DCT weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 511.5 lb (232 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Honda Africa Twin DCT weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 60th percentile for weight among 166 compatible Honda motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda Africa Twin DCT?
A full tank works out to about 30.8 lb (14 kg) from the listed 4.96 US gal (18.77 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda Africa Twin DCT weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 691.5 lb (313.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How much of the Honda Africa Twin DCT total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 6% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
How does Honda Africa Twin DCT torque compare with its weight?
Available data gives 14.13 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 Honda Africa Twin DCT engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The model has about 1.95 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 Honda Africa Twin DCT from the median Honda motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 58.9 lb (26.7 kg) heavier than the median Honda motorcycle weight of 452.6 lb (205.3 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Honda Africa Twin DCT 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 Honda Powersports website.