For the 1932 model year, the Harley-Davidson Model RLD motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 399 lb (181 kg).
Harley-Davidson Model RLD weight overview
This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass. 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 RLD?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Model RLD is lighter than about 91.1% of 45 Harley-Davidson motorcycles 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 RLD weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1932 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 399 lb (181 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 742 cc |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.86 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 53.8 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Model RLD weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson Model RLD weigh?
The source data gives 399 lb (181 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Harley-Davidson Model RLD weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 91.1% of 45 Harley-Davidson motorcycles with the same weight basis.
What does the Harley-Davidson Model RLD weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 579 lb (262.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
How much heavier will the Harley-Davidson Model RLD be than its dry 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 RLD engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The model has about 1.86 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How far is the Harley-Davidson Model RLD from the median Harley-Davidson motorcycle weight?
The representative dry weight is about 233.7 lb (106 kg) lighter than the median Harley-Davidson motorcycle weight of 632.7 lb (287 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Harley-Davidson Model RLD easy to move around by hand?
The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.
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.