Across the 2016 and 2017 model years, the Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 707.7 lb (321 kg) and dry weights ranging from 679 lb (308 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S is heavier than about 68.1% of 108 Harley-Davidson 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 Softail Slim S weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2016, 2017 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 707.7 lb (321 kg) |
| Dry weight | 679 lb (308 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,801 cc |
| Torque | 106.9 lb-ft (145 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.99 US gal (18.9 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31 lb (14.1 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 15.11 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.54 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 39.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.4% |
| Weight with full tank | 710.1 lb (322.1 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 707.7 lb (321 kg), while dry weight is 679 lb (308 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 68th percentile among 108 compatible Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
Are all Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2016-2017 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S?
A full tank works out to about 31 lb (14.1 kg) from the listed 4.99 US gal (18.9 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 887.7 lb (402.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How much heavier is the Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S with a full tank?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 710.1 lb (322.1 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
What is the difference between Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S dry and wet weight?
Available years with both measurements show about 28.7 lb (13 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
How much torque does the Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 15.11 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S displacement per pound?
The model has about 2.54 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
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.