Across 5 covered model years from 2014 to 2018, the Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 604.1 lb (274 kg) and dry weights ranging from 511.5 lb (232 kg) to 579.8 lb (263 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T 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 Sportster SuperLow 1200T?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T is lighter than about 99.3% 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 Sportster SuperLow 1200T weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 604.1 lb (274 kg) |
| Dry weight | 511.5 lb (232 kg) to 579.8 lb (263 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,200 cc to 1,202 cc |
| Power | 68 hp |
| Torque | 70.8 lb-ft (96 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 US gal (17.03 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 28 lb (12.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2014 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
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 11.26 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 8.88 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 11.72 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.99 cc / lb to 2.35 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 42.6 lb / 100 cc to 50.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.6% to 5.5% |
| Weight with full tank | 539.4 lb (244.7 kg) to 607.8 lb (275.7 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T weight FAQ
What does the Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T weigh ready to ride?
The supplied figures span 604.1 lb (274 kg) for wet/running weight and 511.5 lb (232 kg) to 579.8 lb (263 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 Sportster SuperLow 1200T heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative wet weight sits around the 1st weight percentile among 75 Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
Does the Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T 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 Sportster SuperLow 1200T fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 4.5 US gal (17.03 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 28 lb (12.7 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 784.1 lb (355.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much horsepower does the Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T have per 100 lb?
Where compatible power and weight figures are available, it works out to 11.26 hp per 100 lb. That places it around the 88th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson touring power-to-weight comparison.
What is the estimated Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T weight with a full tank of gas?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 539.4 lb (244.7 kg) to 607.8 lb (275.7 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
What is the difference between Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T dry and wet weight?
The supplied model-year data shows roughly 24.3 lb (11 kg) to 92.6 lb (42 kg) between dry and wet/running weight. The exact gap can vary by year and by the manufacturer’s weight definition.
How much torque does the Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T have per 100 lb?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 11.72 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.