Across the 1970 and 1971 model years, the Honda CB 450 K 1 motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 434.3 lb (197 kg) to 449.7 lb (204 kg).
Honda CB 450 K 1 weight overview
This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Honda CB 450 K 1?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda CB 450 K 1 is lighter than about 54.7% of 43 Honda classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda CB 450 K 1 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1970, 1971 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 434.3 lb (197 kg) to 449.7 lb (204 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 445 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 US gal (14 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 23 lb (10.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1970 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.99 cc / lb to 1.02 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 97.6 lb / 100 cc to 101.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.1% to 5.3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda CB 450 K 1 weight FAQ
How much does the Honda CB 450 K 1 weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 434.3 lb (197 kg) to 449.7 lb (204 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Honda CB 450 K 1 weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 45th percentile for weight among 43 compatible Honda classic motorcycles.
Are all Honda CB 450 K 1 model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda CB 450 K 1?
A full tank works out to about 23 lb (10.4 kg) from the listed 3.7 US gal (14 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda CB 450 K 1 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 622 lb (282.1 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Honda CB 450 K 1 displacement per pound?
The model has about 0.99 cc per lb to 1.02 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Honda CB 450 K 1 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.
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.