Across the 2014 and 2015 model years, the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 782 lb (354.7 kg).
Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe 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.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe is heavier than about 95.5% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles 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.
Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2014, 2015 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 782 lb (354.7 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,688 cc to 1,801 cc |
| Torque | 79.4 lb-ft (107.7 Nm) to 107.7 lb-ft (146 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5 US gal (18.93 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2014 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.
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 10.16 lb-ft / 100 lb to 13.77 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.16 cc / lb to 2.3 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 43.4 lb / 100 cc to 46.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 782 lb (354.7 kg). The year-specific section above shows which years use each figure where the supplied value changes.
Is the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 96th weight percentile in its Harley-Davidson category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
Does the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 2014-2015 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5 US gal (18.93 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 31.1 lb (14.1 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 962 lb (436.3 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
What is the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe torque-to-weight ratio?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 10.16 lb-ft per 100 lb to 13.77 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
How large is the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.16 cc per lb to 2.3 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe above or below the typical Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 110 lb (49.9 kg) heavier than the compatible median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Deluxe 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 Harley-Davidson website.