Across the 2017, 2018 and 2019 model years, the Honda CB Hornet 160R motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 308.6 lb (140 kg).
Honda CB Hornet 160R weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Honda CB Hornet 160R?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Honda CB Hornet 160R is lighter than about 63.9% of 166 Honda motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda CB Hornet 160R weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 308.6 lb (140 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 162.7 cc |
| Torque | 10.7 lb-ft (14.5 Nm) to 10.8 lb-ft (14.7 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.17 US gal (12 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 19.7 lb (8.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2017 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
| Torque per 100 lb | 3.47 lb-ft / 100 lb to 3.51 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.53 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 189.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.4% |
| Weight with full tank | 328.4 lb (148.9 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda CB Hornet 160R weight FAQ
How heavy is the Honda CB Hornet 160R?
Listed dry weight is 308.6 lb (140 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Is the Honda CB Hornet 160R heavy compared with other Honda motorcycles?
It sits fairly close to the middle of the category. Its representative dry weight is around the 36th percentile among 166 compatible Honda motorcycles.
Does the Honda CB Hornet 160R weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 2017-2019 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Honda CB Hornet 160R fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 3.17 US gal (12 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 19.7 lb (8.9 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Honda curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Honda CB Hornet 160R with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 488.6 lb (221.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Honda CB Hornet 160R dry weight as curb weight?
No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 328.4 lb (148.9 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
How much heavier is the Honda CB Hornet 160R with a full tank?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 328.4 lb (148.9 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
How much torque does the Honda CB Hornet 160R have per 100 lb?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 3.47 lb-ft per 100 lb to 3.51 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
What is the Honda CB Hornet 160R displacement per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.53 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
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.