For the 2006 model year, the Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 703.1 lb (318.9 kg) and a dry weight of 672 lb (304.8 kg).
Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail 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 FLST Heritage Softail?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail is heavier than about 70.8% 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 FLST Heritage Softail weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2006 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 703.1 lb (318.9 kg) |
| Dry weight | 672 lb (304.8 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,442.2 cc |
| Torque | 85 lb-ft (115.3 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5 US gal (18.92 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 12.1 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.05 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 48.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.4% |
| Weight with full tank | 703 lb (318.9 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2006 years, listed wet/running weight is 703.1 lb (318.9 kg) and listed dry weight is 672 lb (304.8 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Compared with similar Harley-Davidsons in this dataset, it is heavier than about 70.8% of 168 custom/cruiser motorcycles using the same weight basis.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail?
Based on the supplied 5 US gal (18.92 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 883.1 lb (400.5 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the estimated Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail weight with a full tank of gas?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 703 lb (318.9 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
What is the Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 12.1 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 many cc does the Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail have per pound?
The available figures work out to 2.05 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail compare with the median 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 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson FLST Heritage Softail 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.