Across 4 covered model years from 1970 to 1973, the Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 760.6 lb (345 kg).
Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide weight overview
The scale number is high enough that parking and low-speed balance deserve real consideration. Once the bike leans too far, recovering it takes much more effort than on a light machine.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide is heavier than about 96.7% of 15 Harley-Davidson classic 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 FLH 1200 Super Glide weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 760.6 lb (345 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,206 cc |
| Torque | 70 lb-ft (94.9 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.96 US gal (15 L) to 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) to 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1970 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 | 9.2 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.59 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 63.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.2% to 4.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 760.6 lb (345 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson classic motorcycles?
Compared with similar Harley-Davidsons in this dataset, it is heavier than about 96.7% of 15 classic motorcycles using the same weight basis.
Which Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide 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 FLH 1200 Super Glide?
Based on the supplied 3.96 US gal (15 L) to 5.02 US gal (19 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) to 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 940.6 lb (426.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide torque-to-weight ratio?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 9.2 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
How large is the Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.59 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Is the Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide above or below the typical Harley-Davidson classic motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson classic motorcycle weight of 584.2 lb (265 kg), the model is roughly 176.4 lb (80 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson FLH 1200 Super Glide weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full weight.
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.