Across 4 covered model years from 2013 to 2016, the Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 555.6 lb (252 kg) to 705.9 lb (320.2 kg) and dry weights ranging from 544.5 lb (247 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom weight overview
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom is heavier than about 72.6% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser 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.
Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 555.6 lb (252 kg) to 705.9 lb (320.2 kg) |
| Dry weight | 544.5 lb (247 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,688 cc to 1,690 cc |
| Torque | 100 lb-ft (135.6 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 2013 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 | 14.17 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.39 cc / lb to 3.04 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 32.9 lb / 100 cc to 41.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.4% to 5.6% |
| Weight with full tank | 575.6 lb (261.1 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2013-2016 years, listed wet/running weight is 555.6 lb (252 kg) to 705.9 lb (320.2 kg) and listed dry weight is 544.5 lb (247 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Compared with similar Harley-Davidsons in this dataset, it is heavier than about 72.6% of 168 custom/cruiser motorcycles using the same weight basis.
Which Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom years have different weight specs?
The supplied data shows different weight figures across the 2013-2016 model years. Use the year-specific changes section above for the exact value attached to each changed year.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom?
Based on the supplied 5 US gal (18.93 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 885.9 lb (401.8 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the estimated Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom weight with a full tank of gas?
Filling the listed tank brings the calculated bike weight to roughly 575.6 lb (261.1 kg). This estimate is most useful when no official wet/running figure is available.
How much weight do fuel and fluids add to the Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom?
Where both figures are available, the listed wet-versus-dry difference is about 11 lb (5 kg). That gap reflects fuel and operating fluids, plus any differences in how the source defines dry and running weight.
How much of the Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom total weight comes from fuel?
The calculated full-tank fuel mass is about 4.4% to 5.6% of the bike’s listed weight. This helps show why a dry-weight number can understate what you actually manage on the road.
How does Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob Dark Custom torque compare with its weight?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 14.17 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
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.