Across 6 covered model years from 1926 to 1932, the Harley-Davidson Model B motorcycle has supplied dry weights ranging from 249.1 lb (113 kg) to 299.8 lb (136 kg).
Harley-Davidson Model B weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop. 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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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Model B?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Model B is lighter than about 94.4% of 9 Harley-Davidson sport bikes with compatible weight data.
Dry weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson Model B weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1926, 1927, 1928, 1929, 1930, 1932 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 249.1 lb (113 kg) to 299.8 lb (136 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 345.7 cc |
Weight changes by model year
The 1926 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
| Displacement per pound | 1.15 cc / lb to 1.39 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 72.1 lb / 100 cc to 86.7 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Model B weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Model B?
Listed dry weight is 249.1 lb (113 kg) to 299.8 lb (136 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 Model B heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson sport bikes?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative dry weight sits around the 6th weight percentile among 9 Harley-Davidson sport bikes, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
Does the Harley-Davidson Model B weight change by model year?
Not every covered year uses the same figure. The page groups identical values together and lists the later model years where the supplied weight specification changes.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Model B with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 429.1 lb (194.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Harley-Davidson Model B dry weight as curb weight?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
What is the Harley-Davidson Model B engine-size-to-weight ratio?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 1.15 cc per lb to 1.39 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How far is the Harley-Davidson Model B from the median Harley-Davidson sport bike weight?
The model sits about 116.8 lb (53 kg) lighter than the compatible median Harley-Davidson sport bike weight used on this page.
Will the Harley-Davidson Model B feel heavy at low speed?
Its low mass should make hand-moving and parking easier than on most full-size road motorcycles. Seat height and center of mass can still change how manageable it feels.
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.