Across the 1976 and 1977 model years, the Harley-Davidson SX 250 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 275.6 lb (125 kg).
Harley-Davidson SX 250 weight overview
The weight is relatively manageable, so the bike should demand less effort than a heavyweight machine when backing up, parking or making slow-speed corrections.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson SX 250?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson SX 250 is lighter than about 90% 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 SX 250 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1976, 1977 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 275.6 lb (125 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 243 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 | 0.88 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 113.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson SX 250 weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson SX 250 wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 275.6 lb (125 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Harley-Davidson SX 250 lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson sport bikes?
It is comparatively light for this Harley-Davidson category. The model lands near the 10th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Harley-Davidson SX 250 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 SX 250?
Based on the supplied 2.77 US gal (10.5 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 17.2 lb (7.8 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson SX 250 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 455.6 lb (206.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Harley-Davidson SX 250 displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 0.88 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What is the Harley-Davidson SX 250 weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson sport bike weight of 489.4 lb (222 kg), the model is roughly 213.8 lb (97 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson SX 250 weight most?
Expect the weight to matter more off the throttle than at speed: garage movement, uneven footing and parking angle are the practical situations to think about.
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.