For the 2006 model year, the Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 576.9 lb (261.7 kg) and a dry weight of 557.1 lb (252.7 kg).
Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster is lighter than about 81% of 108 Harley-Davidson 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 XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 576.9 lb (261.7 kg) |
| Dry weight | 557.1 lb (252.7 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,199.6 cc |
| Torque | 79 lb-ft (107.1 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.3 US gal (12.49 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 20.5 lb (9.3 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 13.69 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.08 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 48.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.6% |
| Weight with full tank | 577.6 lb (262 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 576.9 lb (261.7 kg), while dry weight is 557.1 lb (252.7 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 81% of 108 Harley-Davidson motorcycles with the same weight basis.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster?
A full tank works out to about 20.5 lb (9.3 kg) from the listed 3.3 US gal (12.49 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 756.9 lb (343.3 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the difference between Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster dry and wet weight?
Available years with both measurements show about 19.8 lb (9 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
How much torque does the Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 13.69 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster displacement per pound?
The model has about 2.08 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What is the Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster weight difference versus the category median?
The representative wet weight is about 95.5 lb (43.3 kg) lighter than the median Harley-Davidson motorcycle weight of 672.4 lb (305 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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.