Across the 1948, 1949 and 1950 model years, the Harley-Davidson ES motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 551.2 lb (250 kg).
Harley-Davidson ES 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. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson ES?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson ES is lighter than about 69.6% 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 ES weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1948, 1949, 1950 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 551.2 lb (250 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 999.7 cc to 1,000 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 3.75 US gal (14.19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 23.3 lb (10.6 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.81 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 55.1 lb / 100 cc to 55.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.2% |
| Weight with full tank | 574.5 lb (260.6 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson ES weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson ES weigh?
The source data gives 551.2 lb (250 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Harley-Davidson ES weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 69.6% of 51 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Harley-Davidson ES model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1948-1950 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson ES?
A full tank works out to about 23.3 lb (10.6 kg) from the listed 3.75 US gal (14.19 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson ES weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 731.2 lb (331.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
How much heavier will the Harley-Davidson ES be than its dry weight?
Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 574.5 lb (260.6 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.
How many cc does the Harley-Davidson ES have per pound?
The model has about 1.81 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Harley-Davidson ES compare with the median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The representative dry weight is about 48.5 lb (22 kg) lighter than the median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 599.7 lb (272 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Harley-Davidson ES 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.