Across the 2021 and 2022 model years, the Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 555.6 lb (252 kg) and dry weights ranging from 544.5 lb (247 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight is lighter than about 95.8% of 108 Harley-Davidson 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 Forty-Eight weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2021, 2022 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 555.6 lb (252 kg) |
| Dry weight | 544.5 lb (247 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,202 cc |
| Torque | 73 lb-ft (99 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 2.09 US gal (7.9 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 13 lb (5.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 13.14 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.16 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 46.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 2.3% |
| Weight with full tank | 557.5 lb (252.9 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2021-2022 years, listed wet/running weight is 555.6 lb (252 kg) and listed dry weight is 544.5 lb (247 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Harley-Davidson category. The model lands near the 4th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight?
Based on the supplied 2.09 US gal (7.9 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 13 lb (5.9 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 735.6 lb (333.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How much heavier is the Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight with a full tank?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 557.5 lb (252.9 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
How much torque does the Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight have per 100 lb?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 13.14 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 Forty-Eight displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 2.16 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 Forty-Eight weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson motorcycle weight of 672.4 lb (305 kg), the model is roughly 116.8 lb (53 kg) lighter.
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.