Across the 1976, 1977 and 1978 model years, the Ducati 860 GTS motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 507.1 lb (230 kg).
Ducati 860 GTS weight overview
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
How heavy is the Ducati 860 GTS?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Ducati 860 GTS is heavier than about 80.3% of 38 Ducati naked bikes with compatible weight data.
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.
Ducati 860 GTS weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1976, 1977, 1978 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 507.1 lb (230 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 864 cc |
| Power | 65 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 12.82 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 7.8 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.7 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 58.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Ducati 860 GTS weight FAQ
How much does the Ducati 860 GTS weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 507.1 lb (230 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Ducati 860 GTS weight compare with similar Ducatis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 80th percentile among 38 compatible Ducati naked bikes.
Are all Ducati 860 GTS model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1976-1978 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Ducati 860 GTS?
A full tank works out to about 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) from the listed 5.02 US gal (19 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Ducati 860 GTS weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 687.1 lb (311.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Ducati 860 GTS strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 12.82 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 7th percentile within the compatible Ducati naked bike power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Ducati 860 GTS have per pound?
The model has about 1.7 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 Ducati 860 GTS compare with the median Ducati naked bike weight?
The representative wet weight is about 70.5 lb (32 kg) heavier than the median Ducati naked bike weight of 436.5 lb (198 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Ducati 860 GTS easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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 Ducati website.