For the 1930 model year, the Harley-Davidson Model DL motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 399 lb (181 kg).
Harley-Davidson Model DL weight overview
This is neither unusually light nor extremely heavy. For most riders the practical weight question is more about seat height, center of mass and low-speed balance than the scale number alone. 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 DL?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Model DL is heavier than about 66.7% of 9 Harley-Davidson sport bikes with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson Model DL weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1930 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 399 lb (181 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 742.6 cc |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.86 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 53.7 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Model DL weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Model DL?
Listed dry weight is 399 lb (181 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 DL heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson sport bikes?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 67th weight percentile in its Harley-Davidson category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Model DL with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 579 lb (262.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Harley-Davidson Model DL dry weight as curb weight?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
How large is the Harley-Davidson Model DL engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 1.86 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Harley-Davidson Model DL above or below the typical Harley-Davidson sport bike weight?
The model sits about 33.1 lb (15 kg) heavier than the compatible median Harley-Davidson sport bike weight used on this page.
Will the Harley-Davidson Model DL feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
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.