Across 5 covered model years from 1970 to 1974, the Ducati 250 Mark 3 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 299.8 lb (136 kg).
Ducati 250 Mark 3 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 Ducati 250 Mark 3?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Ducati 250 Mark 3 is lighter than about 97.1% of 17 Ducati 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.
Ducati 250 Mark 3 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 299.8 lb (136 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 248 cc |
| Power | 18 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 3.43 US gal (13 L) to 4.76 US gal (18 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 21.4 lb (9.7 kg) to 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1970 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 | 6 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 16.66 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 0.83 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 120.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.1% to 9.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Ducati 250 Mark 3 weight FAQ
How heavy is the Ducati 250 Mark 3 ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 299.8 lb (136 kg). The year-specific section above shows which years use each figure where the supplied value changes.
Is the Ducati 250 Mark 3 heavy compared with other Ducati classic motorcycles?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative wet weight sits around the 3rd weight percentile among 17 Ducati classic motorcycles, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
Does the Ducati 250 Mark 3 weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 1970-1974 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Ducati 250 Mark 3 fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 3.43 US gal (13 L) to 4.76 US gal (18 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 21.4 lb (9.7 kg) to 29.6 lb (13.4 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Ducati curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Ducati 250 Mark 3 with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 479.8 lb (217.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much horsepower does the Ducati 250 Mark 3 have per 100 lb?
Where compatible power and weight figures are available, it works out to 6 hp per 100 lb. That places it around the 12th percentile within the compatible Ducati classic power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Ducati 250 Mark 3 engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.83 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Ducati 250 Mark 3 above or below the typical Ducati classic motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 114.6 lb (52 kg) lighter than the compatible median Ducati classic motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Ducati 250 Mark 3 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 Ducati website.