Across the 1974, 1975 and 1976 model years, the Ducati 860 GT motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 518.1 lb (235 kg).
Ducati 860 GT weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Ducati 860 GT?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Ducati 860 GT is heavier than about 89.2% of 51 Ducati 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.
Ducati 860 GT weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1974, 1975, 1976 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 518.1 lb (235 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 864 cc |
| Power | 65 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 12.55 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 7.97 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.67 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 60 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Ducati 860 GT weight FAQ
What is the Ducati 860 GT wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 518.1 lb (235 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 Ducati 860 GT lighter or heavier than other Ducati sport bikes?
Compared with similar Ducatis in this dataset, it is heavier than about 89.2% of 51 sport bikes using the same weight basis.
Which Ducati 860 GT 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 Ducati 860 GT?
Based on the supplied 5.02 US gal (19 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 31.2 lb (14.2 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 Ducati 860 GT and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 698.1 lb (316.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Ducati 860 GT power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 12.55 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 7th percentile within the compatible Ducati sport power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Ducati 860 GT engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.67 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Is the Ducati 860 GT above or below the typical Ducati sport bike weight?
Compared with the median Ducati sport bike weight of 434.3 lb (197 kg), the model is roughly 83.8 lb (38 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Ducati 860 GT weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full weight.
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.