Honda CB1100 RS Weight (556lb)

Quick answer

Across 4 covered model years from 2017 to 2020, the Honda CB1100 RS motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 555.6 lb (252 kg).

Wet / running weight555.6 lb (252 kg)
Fuel capacity3.9 US gal (14.76 L) to 4.44 US gal (16.8 L)
Full tank fuel weight24.2 lb (11 kg) to 27.6 lb (12.5 kg)
Power / 100 lb15.93 hp / 100 lb
Model years covered
2017201820192020

Honda CB1100 RS 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.

Heavy Motorcycle

CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Honda CB1100 RS?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda CB1100 RS is heavier than about 82.6% of 43 Honda classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
555.6 lb (252 kg)
43 Honda classic motorcyclesMedian: 445.3 lb (202 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight555.6 lb (252 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 rider705.6 lb (320 kg)bike + rider • bike is 78.7% of total mass
180 lb rider735.6 lb (333.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 75.5% of total mass
210 lb rider765.6 lb (347.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 72.6% of total mass

Honda CB1100 RS weight & related specs

Model years covered 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
Wet / running weight 555.6 lb (252 kg)
Engine displacement 1,140 cc
Power 88.5 hp
Torque 67.1 lb-ft (91 Nm)
Fuel capacity 3.9 US gal (14.76 L) to 4.44 US gal (16.8 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 24.2 lb (11 kg) to 27.6 lb (12.5 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.

Fuel capacity
2018-20204.44 US gal (16.8 L)
Full-tank fuel weight
2018-202027.6 lb (12.5 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Horsepower per 100 lb 15.93 hp / 100 lb
Pounds per horsepower 6.28 lb / hp
Torque per 100 lb 12.08 lb-ft / 100 lb
Displacement per pound 2.05 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 48.7 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 4.4% to 5%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda CB1100 RS is heavier than about 82.6% of 43 Honda classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 3.9 US gal (14.76 L) to 4.44 US gal (16.8 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 24.2 lb (11 kg) to 27.6 lb (12.5 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Honda curb-weight specification.
The calculated power-to-weight figure is 15.93 hp per 100 lb across years with compatible data. It shows how much engine output is available relative to the bike’s mass.

Honda CB1100 RS weight FAQ

How much does the Honda CB1100 RS weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 555.6 lb (252 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Honda CB1100 RS weight compare with similar Hondas?

It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 83rd percentile among 43 compatible Honda classic motorcycles.

Are all Honda CB1100 RS model years the same weight?

The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2017-2020 years covered here.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda CB1100 RS?

A full tank works out to about 24.2 lb (11 kg) to 27.6 lb (12.5 kg) from the listed 3.9 US gal (14.76 L) to 4.44 US gal (16.8 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Honda CB1100 RS weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 735.6 lb (333.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

Is the Honda CB1100 RS strong for its weight?

The calculated range is 15.93 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 90th percentile within the compatible Honda classic power-to-weight comparison.

What is the Honda CB1100 RS torque per 100 lb of bike weight?

Available data gives 12.08 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 many cc does the Honda CB1100 RS have per pound?

The model has about 2.05 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

How does the Honda CB1100 RS compare with the median Honda classic motorcycle weight?

The representative wet weight is about 110.2 lb (50 kg) heavier than the median Honda classic motorcycle weight of 445.3 lb (202 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 Honda Powersports website.