Across the 1976 and 1977 model years, the Harley-Davidson SS 175 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 280 lb (127 kg).
Harley-Davidson SS 175 weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson SS 175?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson SS 175 is lighter than about 96.7% of 15 Harley-Davidson classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.
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 SS 175 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1976, 1977 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 280 lb (127 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 174 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.77 US gal (10.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 17.2 lb (7.8 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.62 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 160.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson SS 175 weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson SS 175 ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 280 lb (127 kg). The year-specific section above shows which years use each figure where the supplied value changes.
Is the Harley-Davidson SS 175 heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson classic motorcycles?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative wet weight sits around the 3rd weight percentile among 15 Harley-Davidson classic motorcycles, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
Does the Harley-Davidson SS 175 weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 1976-1977 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Harley-Davidson SS 175 fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 2.77 US gal (10.5 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 17.2 lb (7.8 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson SS 175 with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 460 lb (208.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much of the Harley-Davidson SS 175 total weight comes from fuel?
Based on the available weight basis, a full tank of gasoline represents about 6.2% of the motorcycle’s weight.
What is the Harley-Davidson SS 175 engine-size-to-weight ratio?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.62 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How far is the Harley-Davidson SS 175 from the median Harley-Davidson classic motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 304.2 lb (138 kg) lighter than the compatible median Harley-Davidson classic motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Harley-Davidson SS 175 feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
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.