For the 2006 model year, the Honda Gorilla motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 147.7 lb (67 kg) and a dry weight of 136.7 lb (62 kg).
Honda Gorilla weight overview
Its low overall mass should be most noticeable off the throttle: moving it by hand, backing out of a parking space and managing stop-start riding should take less effort than on a heavy road bike.
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How heavy is the Honda Gorilla?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda Gorilla is lighter than about 99.7% of 166 Honda motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs 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 Gorilla weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 147.7 lb (67 kg) |
| Dry weight | 136.7 lb (62 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 50 cc |
| Torque | 2.3 lb-ft (3.1 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 2.38 US gal (9 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 14.8 lb (6.7 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 1.55 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.34 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 295.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 10% |
| Weight with full tank | 151.5 lb (68.7 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda Gorilla weight FAQ
What is the Honda Gorilla dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2006 years, listed wet/running weight is 147.7 lb (67 kg) and listed dry weight is 136.7 lb (62 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Honda Gorilla lighter or heavier than other Honda motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Honda category. The model lands near the 0th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
How much does a full tank add to the Honda Gorilla?
Based on the supplied 2.38 US gal (9 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 14.8 lb (6.7 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Honda Gorilla and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 327.7 lb (148.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How much heavier is the Honda Gorilla with a full tank?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 151.5 lb (68.7 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
How much torque does the Honda Gorilla have per 100 lb?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 1.55 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
What is the Honda Gorilla displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 0.34 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What is the Honda Gorilla weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Honda motorcycle weight of 452.6 lb (205.3 kg), the model is roughly 304.8 lb (138.3 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Honda Gorilla weight most?
The weight itself is unlikely to be the main difficulty. Rider reach, steering lock and where the mass sits may matter more at walking pace.
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.