For the 1932 model year, the Harley-Davidson Model RL motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 399 lb (181 kg).
Harley-Davidson Model RL weight overview
The bike falls into a normal middleweight range. At road speed the mass is usually less obvious; parking, slopes and walking-speed maneuvers are where you notice it most. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Model RL?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Model RL is heavier than about 64.3% of 14 Harley-Davidson allround models 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 RL weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1932 |
|---|---|
| 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 RL weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson Model RL dry weight?
The available dry weight is 399 lb (181 kg). Actual ready-to-ride weight will be higher after fuel and operating fluids are added.
Is the Harley-Davidson Model RL lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson allround models?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 64th percentile in this model-level Harley-Davidson comparison.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson Model RL and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative dry weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 579 lb (262.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
Is the listed Harley-Davidson Model RL weight ready to ride?
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 RL engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The available figures work out to 1.86 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How far is the Harley-Davidson Model RL from the median Harley-Davidson allround weight?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson allround weight of 384.7 lb (174.5 kg), the model is roughly 14.3 lb (6.5 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson Model RL weight most?
Expect the weight to matter more off the throttle than at speed: garage movement, uneven footing and parking angle are the practical situations to think about.
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.