Across the 1997 and 1998 model years, the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 637.1 lb (289 kg) and dry weights ranging from 621.7 lb (282 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible weight overview
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible is lighter than about 66.7% 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 Glide Convertible weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1997, 1998 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 637.1 lb (289 kg) |
| Dry weight | 621.7 lb (282 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,338 cc |
| Power | 55 hp |
| Torque | 71.5 lb-ft (97 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.89 US gal (18.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 30.4 lb (13.8 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 8.85 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 11.3 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 11.23 lb-ft / 100 lb to 11.51 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.1 cc / lb to 2.15 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 46.5 lb / 100 cc to 47.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.8% to 4.9% |
| Weight with full tank | 652.1 lb (295.8 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 1997-1998 years, listed wet/running weight is 637.1 lb (289 kg) and listed dry weight is 621.7 lb (282 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Harley-Davidson category. The model lands near the 33rd percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible?
Based on the supplied 4.89 US gal (18.5 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 30.4 lb (13.8 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 817.1 lb (370.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 8.85 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 27th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
How much heavier is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible with a full tank?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 652.1 lb (295.8 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
How much torque does the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible have per 100 lb?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 11.23 lb-ft per 100 lb to 11.51 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
What is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 2.1 cc per lb to 2.15 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
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.