Across the 1970 and 1971 model years, the Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 471.8 lb (214 kg).
Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster 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.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster is lighter than about 83.3% 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 XLCH 900 Sportster weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1970, 1971 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 471.8 lb (214 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 882 cc |
| Power | 65 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 2.25 US gal (8.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 14 lb (6.3 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 13.78 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 7.26 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.87 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 53.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 471.8 lb (214 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 83.3% of 15 Harley-Davidson classic motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1970-1971 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster?
A full tank works out to about 14 lb (6.3 kg) from the listed 2.25 US gal (8.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 651.8 lb (295.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 13.78 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 94th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson classic power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.87 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 XLCH 900 Sportster weight difference versus the category median?
The representative wet weight is about 112.4 lb (51 kg) lighter than the median Harley-Davidson classic motorcycle weight of 584.2 lb (265 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Harley-Davidson XLCH 900 Sportster 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.