Across 5 covered model years from 2013 to 2017, the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 677 lb (307.1 kg) and dry weights ranging from 644 lb (292.1 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle is heavier than about 58.6% 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 V-Rod Muscle weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 677 lb (307.1 kg) |
| Dry weight | 644 lb (292.1 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,247 cc to 1,250.1 cc |
| Power | 119.4 hp |
| Torque | 84.8 lb-ft (115 Nm) to 87 lb-ft (118 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5 US gal (18.93 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2013 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 | 17.64 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 5.67 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 12.53 lb-ft / 100 lb to 12.85 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.84 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 54.2 lb / 100 cc to 54.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.6% |
| Weight with full tank | 675.1 lb (306.2 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 677 lb (307.1 kg), while dry weight is 644 lb (292.1 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 59th percentile for weight among 168 compatible Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles.
Are all Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2013-2017 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle?
A full tank works out to about 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) from the listed 5 US gal (18.93 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 857 lb (388.7 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 17.64 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 99th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
What is the estimated Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle weight with a full tank of gas?
The page calculates about 675.1 lb (306.2 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight number.
How much heavier is the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle wet than dry?
Available years with both measurements show about 33.1 lb (15 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
What is the Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle torque-to-weight ratio?
Available data gives 12.53 lb-ft per 100 lb to 12.85 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
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.