Across the 2015 and 2016 model years, the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 911 lb (413.2 kg) and dry weights ranging from 882.1 lb (400.1 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low is heavier than about 81.3% of 75 Harley-Davidson touring 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 Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2015, 2016 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 911 lb (413.2 kg) |
| Dry weight | 882.1 lb (400.1 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,688 cc |
| Power | 85.8 hp |
| Torque | 101.8 lb-ft (138 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 6 US gal (22.71 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 37.3 lb (16.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 9.42 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 10.62 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 11.17 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.85 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 54 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.1% |
| Weight with full tank | 919.4 lb (417 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 911 lb (413.2 kg), while dry weight is 882.1 lb (400.1 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 81st percentile among 75 compatible Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles.
Are all Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2015-2016 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low?
A full tank works out to about 37.3 lb (16.9 kg) from the listed 6 US gal (22.71 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 1,091 lb (494.8 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 9.42 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 55th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson touring power-to-weight comparison.
How much heavier is the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low with a full tank?
The page calculates about 919.4 lb (417 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight number.
How much heavier is the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low wet than dry?
Available years with both measurements show about 28.9 lb (13.1 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
What is the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic Low torque-to-weight ratio?
Available data gives 11.17 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
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.