For the 1991 model year, the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 617.3 lb (280 kg).
Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis 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.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis is lighter than about 63% of 108 Harley-Davidson 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 Dyna Glide Sturgis weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1991 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 617.3 lb (280 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,337 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.76 US gal (18 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 2.17 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 46.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.8% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 617.3 lb (280 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 Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson motorcycles?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 37th percentile in this model-level Harley-Davidson comparison.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis?
Based on the supplied 4.76 US gal (18 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 29.6 lb (13.4 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 Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 797.3 lb (361.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 2.17 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What is the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson motorcycle weight of 672.4 lb (305 kg), the model is roughly 55.1 lb (25 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Sturgis 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.