For the 1976 model year, the Harley-Davidson SS 250 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 284.4 lb (129 kg).
Harley-Davidson SS 250 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 250?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson SS 250 is lighter than about 83.3% of 15 Harley-Davidson sport bikes 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 250 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1976 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 284.4 lb (129 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 213 cc |
| Power | 20 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 2.77 US gal (10.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 17.2 lb (7.8 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 7.03 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 14.22 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 0.75 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 133.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson SS 250 weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson SS 250 ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 284.4 lb (129 kg).
Is the Harley-Davidson SS 250 heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson sport bikes?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative wet weight sits around the 17th weight percentile among 15 Harley-Davidson sport bikes, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
How much does the Harley-Davidson SS 250 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 250 with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 464.4 lb (210.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much horsepower does the Harley-Davidson SS 250 have per 100 lb?
Where compatible power and weight figures are available, it works out to 7.03 hp per 100 lb. That places it around the 15th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson sport power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Harley-Davidson SS 250 engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.75 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Harley-Davidson SS 250 above or below the typical Harley-Davidson sport bike weight?
The model sits about 205 lb (93 kg) lighter than the compatible median Harley-Davidson sport bike weight used on this page.
Will the Harley-Davidson SS 250 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.