Across the 1997 and 1998 model years, the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 597.5 lb (271 kg).
Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider weight overview
The scale number is high enough that parking and low-speed balance deserve real consideration. Once the bike leans too far, recovering it takes much more effort than on a light machine. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider is lighter than about 53.9% of 51 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1997, 1998 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 597.5 lb (271 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,338 cc |
| Power | 56 hp |
| Torque | 71.5 lb-ft (97 Nm) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 9.37 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 10.67 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 11.97 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.24 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 44.7 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider dry weight?
The available dry weight is 597.5 lb (271 kg). Actual ready-to-ride weight will be higher after fuel and operating fluids are added.
Is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 46th percentile in this model-level Harley-Davidson comparison.
Which Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative dry weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 777.5 lb (352.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 9.37 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 30th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
Is the listed Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider weight ready to ride?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
What is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider torque-to-weight ratio?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 11.97 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
How large is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 2.24 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Low Rider 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 Harley-Davidson website.