For the 2008 model year, the Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 774.9 lb (351.5 kg) and a dry weight of 739 lb (335.2 kg).
Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue 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 FLHP Road King Fire Rescue?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue is lighter than about 73.3% of 75 Harley-Davidson touring 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 FLHP Road King Fire Rescue weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 774.9 lb (351.5 kg) |
| Dry weight | 739 lb (335.2 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,688 cc |
| Torque | 102 lb-ft (138.3 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 6 US gal (22.71 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 37.3 lb (16.9 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 13.16 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.18 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 45.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.8% |
| Weight with full tank | 776.3 lb (352.1 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2008 years, listed wet/running weight is 774.9 lb (351.5 kg) and listed dry weight is 739 lb (335.2 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Harley-Davidson category. The model lands near the 27th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue?
Based on the supplied 6 US gal (22.71 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 37.3 lb (16.9 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 954.9 lb (433.1 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How much heavier is the Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue with a full tank?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 776.3 lb (352.1 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
How much torque does the Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue have per 100 lb?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 13.16 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
What is the Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 2.18 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 FLHP Road King Fire Rescue weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson touring motorcycle weight of 823 lb (373.3 kg), the model is roughly 48.1 lb (21.8 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue 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.