Across the 1997, 1998 and 2001 model years, the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 694.5 lb (315 kg) and dry weights ranging from 626.1 lb (284 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson Softail Springer weight overview
The scale number is high enough that parking and low-speed balance deserve real consideration. Once the bike leans too far, recovering it takes much more effort than on a light machine.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer is heavier than about 67% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser 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 Springer weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1997, 1998, 2001 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 694.5 lb (315 kg) |
| Dry weight | 626.1 lb (284 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,338 cc to 1,449 cc |
| Torque | 71.5 lb-ft (97 Nm) to 78.2 lb-ft (106 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
The 1997 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 | 11.26 lb-ft / 100 lb to 11.66 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.09 cc / lb to 2.14 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 46.8 lb / 100 cc to 47.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Softail Springer weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 1997, 1998, 2001 years, listed wet/running weight is 694.5 lb (315 kg) and listed dry weight is 626.1 lb (284 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Compared with similar Harley-Davidsons in this dataset, it is heavier than about 67% of 168 custom/cruiser motorcycles using the same weight basis.
Which Harley-Davidson Softail Springer years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer?
Based on the supplied 4.99 US gal (18.9 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 31 lb (14.1 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson Softail Springer and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 874.5 lb (396.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 11.26 lb-ft per 100 lb to 11.66 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
How many cc does the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer have per pound?
The available figures work out to 2.09 cc per lb to 2.14 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer compare with the median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 672 lb (304.8 kg), the model is roughly 22.5 lb (10.2 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full 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.