Across the 2008 and 2009 model years, the Harley-Davidson FXCW Softail Rocker motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 690.7 lb (313.3 kg) and dry weights ranging from 660.9 lb (299.8 kg) to 676.8 lb (307 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson FXCW Softail Rocker 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 FXCW Softail Rocker?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXCW Softail Rocker is heavier than about 65.8% 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 FXCW Softail Rocker weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2008, 2009 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 690.7 lb (313.3 kg) |
| Dry weight | 660.9 lb (299.8 kg) to 676.8 lb (307 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,573.3 cc to 1,584 cc |
| Torque | 86.3 lb-ft (117 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.99 US gal (18.9 L) to 5 US gal (18.92 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31 lb (14.1 kg) to 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2008 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 | 12.49 lb-ft / 100 lb to 12.75 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.28 cc / lb to 2.34 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 42.7 lb / 100 cc to 43.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.5% to 4.6% |
| Weight with full tank | 692 lb (313.9 kg) to 707.9 lb (321.1 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FXCW Softail Rocker weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson FXCW Softail Rocker weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 690.7 lb (313.3 kg), while dry weight is 660.9 lb (299.8 kg) to 676.8 lb (307 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson FXCW Softail Rocker weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 66th percentile among 168 compatible Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles.
Are all Harley-Davidson FXCW Softail Rocker model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson FXCW Softail Rocker?
A full tank works out to about 31 lb (14.1 kg) to 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) from the listed 4.99 US gal (18.9 L) to 5 US gal (18.92 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson FXCW Softail Rocker weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 870.7 lb (394.9 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXCW Softail Rocker dry-to-wet weight difference?
Available years with both measurements show about 29.8 lb (13.5 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 FXCW Softail Rocker torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 12.49 lb-ft per 100 lb to 12.75 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
How many cc does the Harley-Davidson FXCW Softail Rocker have per pound?
The model has about 2.28 cc per lb to 2.34 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Harley-Davidson FXCW Softail Rocker compare with the median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 18.7 lb (8.5 kg) heavier than the median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 672 lb (304.8 kg) in this dataset.
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.