For the 2006 model year, the Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 399 lb (181 kg).
Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE weight overview
This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE is lighter than about 52.6% of 76 Ducati 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.
Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 399 lb (181 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 992 cc |
| Torque | 68.6 lb-ft (93 Nm) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 17.19 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.49 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 40.2 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE weight FAQ
How much does the Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE weigh?
The source data gives 399 lb (181 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE weight compare with similar Ducatis?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 47th percentile for weight among 76 compatible Ducati motorcycles.
What does the Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 579 lb (262.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
How much heavier will the Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE be than its dry weight?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
What is the Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE torque-to-weight ratio?
Available data gives 17.19 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 large is the Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE engine for its weight?
The model has about 2.49 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Ducati SportClassic PaulSmart 1000 LE easy to move around by hand?
The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.
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.