Across 5 covered model years from 2020 to 2024, the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 932.1 lb (422.8 kg) and dry weights ranging from 879 lb (398.7 kg) to 897.1 lb (406.9 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited weight overview
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.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited is heavier than about 83.3% of 75 Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 932.1 lb (422.8 kg) |
| Dry weight | 879 lb (398.7 kg) to 897.1 lb (406.9 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,868 cc |
| Torque | 122 lb-ft (165.4 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 6 US gal (22.71 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 37.3 lb (16.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2020 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
| Torque per 100 lb | 13.09 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 49.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4% |
| Weight with full tank | 916.3 lb (415.6 kg) to 934.4 lb (423.8 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited weight FAQ
What does the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited weigh ready to ride?
The supplied figures span 932.1 lb (422.8 kg) for wet/running weight and 879 lb (398.7 kg) to 897.1 lb (406.9 kg) for dry weight across the years in this page. Wet weight is the better guide to what you actually manage on the road.
Is the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 83rd weight percentile in its Harley-Davidson category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
Does the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited 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 much does the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 6 US gal (22.71 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 37.3 lb (16.9 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 1,112.1 lb (504.4 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
What does the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited weigh with a full tank?
Filling the listed tank brings the calculated bike weight to roughly 916.3 lb (415.6 kg) to 934.4 lb (423.8 kg). This estimate is most useful when no official wet/running figure is available.
How much weight do fuel and fluids add to the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited?
The supplied model-year data shows roughly 35.1 lb (15.9 kg) to 53.1 lb (24.1 kg) between dry and wet/running weight. The exact gap can vary by year and by the manufacturer’s weight definition.
How much of the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited total weight comes from fuel?
Based on the available weight basis, a full tank of gasoline represents about 4% of the motorcycle’s weight.
How does Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited torque compare with its weight?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 13.09 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
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.