Across 9 covered model years from 1949 to 1957, the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 588.6 lb (267 kg).
Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide 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.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide is lighter than about 83.3% of 9 Harley-Davidson touring 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 FL Hydra Glide weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 588.6 lb (267 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,208 cc to 1,212 cc |
| Power | 55 hp |
| Torque | 63 lb-ft (85.4 Nm) |
| 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
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 9.34 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 10.7 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 10.7 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.05 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 48.6 lb / 100 cc to 48.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4% |
| Weight with full tank | 611.9 lb (277.6 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide weigh?
The source data gives 588.6 lb (267 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 83.3% of 9 Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1949-1957 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide?
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 FL Hydra Glide weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 768.6 lb (348.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
Is the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 9.34 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone.
How much heavier will the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide be than its dry weight?
Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 611.9 lb (277.6 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.
How much heavier is the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide with a full tank?
Filling the listed tank brings the calculated bike weight to roughly 611.9 lb (277.6 kg). This estimate is most useful when no official wet/running figure is available.
How much of the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 4% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
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.