Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob Weight (701lb)

Quick answer

For the 2009 model year, the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 701.1 lb (318 kg).

Dry weight701.1 lb (318 kg)
Fuel capacity4.99 US gal (18.9 L)
Full tank fuel weight31 lb (14.1 kg)
Model years covered
2009

Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This sits in heavyweight territory. Riders should think about garage movement, backing up, surface slope and passenger/luggage load as much as the on-road feel. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.

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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob?

dry weight

Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob is heavier than about 91.2% of 51 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
701.1 lb (318 kg)
51 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcyclesMedian: 599.7 lb (272 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Dry weight

Dry weight701.1 lb (318 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider851.1 lb (386 kg)bike + rider • bike is 82.4% of total mass
180 lb rider881.1 lb (399.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 79.6% of total mass
210 lb rider911.1 lb (413.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 77% of total mass

Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob weight & related specs

Model years covered 2009
Dry weight 701.1 lb (318 kg)
Engine displacement 1,800 cc
Torque 98.1 lb-ft (133 Nm)
Fuel capacity 4.99 US gal (18.9 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 31 lb (14.1 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Torque per 100 lb 13.99 lb-ft / 100 lb
Displacement per pound 2.57 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 38.9 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 4.4%
Weight with full tank 732.1 lb (332.1 kg)

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob is heavier than about 91.2% of 51 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Fuel capacity is 4.99 US gal (18.9 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, that represents roughly 31 lb (14.1 kg) of fuel when full.

Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob weight FAQ

How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob?

Listed dry weight is 701.1 lb (318 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.

Is the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?

Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 91st weight percentile in its Harley-Davidson category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.

How much does the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob fuel weigh?

The listed tank capacity is 4.99 US gal (18.9 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 31 lb (14.1 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.

How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob with an average-size rider?

A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 881.1 lb (399.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.

Can I treat the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob dry weight as curb weight?

No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 732.1 lb (332.1 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.

How much torque does the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob have per 100 lb?

The calculated torque-to-weight range is 13.99 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.

What is the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob displacement per pound?

Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.57 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.

What is the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob weight difference versus the category median?

The model sits about 101.4 lb (46 kg) heavier than the compatible median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight used on this page.

Will the Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob feel heavy at low speed?

It is heavy enough that smart parking matters. Avoid situations where you have to paddle it backward uphill or catch it after it leans too far.

Official information note

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.