For the 1998 model year, the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 643.7 lb (292 kg).
Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic weight overview
This sits in heavyweight territory. Riders should think about garage movement, backing up, surface slope and passenger/luggage load as much as the on-road feel. 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 Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic is heavier than about 94.9% of 108 Suzuki 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.
Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 643.7 lb (292 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,462 cc |
| Torque | 84.1 lb-ft (114 Nm) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 13.06 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.27 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 44 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic weight FAQ
How heavy is the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic?
Listed dry weight is 643.7 lb (292 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 Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic heavy compared with other Suzuki motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 95th weight percentile in its Suzuki category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
How heavy is the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 823.7 lb (373.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic dry weight as curb weight?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
How much torque does the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic have per 100 lb?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 13.06 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
What is the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic displacement per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.27 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
What is the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic weight difference versus the category median?
The model sits about 298.7 lb (135.5 kg) heavier than the compatible median Suzuki motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary Classic feel heavy at low speed?
It is heavy enough that smart parking matters. Avoid situations where you have to paddle it backward uphill or catch it after it leans too far.
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 Suzuki Cycles website.