For the 2012 model year, the Harley-Davidson FLD Dyna Switchback motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 718 lb (325.7 kg) and a dry weight of 696 lb (315.7 kg).
Harley-Davidson FLD Dyna Switchback 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 FLD Dyna Switchback?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FLD Dyna Switchback is heavier than about 77.1% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs 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 FLD Dyna Switchback weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2012 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 718 lb (325.7 kg) |
| Dry weight | 696 lb (315.7 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,688 cc |
| Torque | 100 lb-ft (135.6 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.7 US gal (17.79 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 29.2 lb (13.3 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 13.93 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.35 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 42.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.1% |
| Weight with full tank | 725.2 lb (329 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FLD Dyna Switchback weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson FLD Dyna Switchback dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2012 years, listed wet/running weight is 718 lb (325.7 kg) and listed dry weight is 696 lb (315.7 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Harley-Davidson FLD Dyna Switchback lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Compared with similar Harley-Davidsons in this dataset, it is heavier than about 77.1% of 168 custom/cruiser motorcycles using the same weight basis.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson FLD Dyna Switchback?
Based on the supplied 4.7 US gal (17.79 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 29.2 lb (13.3 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson FLD Dyna Switchback and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 898 lb (407.3 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What does the Harley-Davidson FLD Dyna Switchback weigh with a full tank?
The page calculates about 725.2 lb (329 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight number.
What is the Harley-Davidson FLD Dyna Switchback torque-to-weight ratio?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 13.93 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 FLD Dyna Switchback engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 2.35 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 Harley-Davidson FLD Dyna Switchback above or below the typical Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 672 lb (304.8 kg), the model is roughly 46.1 lb (20.9 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson FLD Dyna Switchback 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.