Across 6 covered model years from 1974 to 1979, the Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 584.2 lb (265 kg) to 606.3 lb (275 kg).
Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide 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 FXE 1200 Super Glide?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide is lighter than about 62.5% of 12 Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 584.2 lb (265 kg) to 606.3 lb (275 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,206 cc |
| Power | 58 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1974 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 9.57 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 10.45 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.99 cc / lb to 2.06 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 48.4 lb / 100 cc to 50.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.1% to 5.3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 584.2 lb (265 kg) to 606.3 lb (275 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycles?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 38th percentile in this model-level Harley-Davidson comparison.
Which Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide years have different weight specs?
The supplied data shows different weight figures across the 1974-1979 model years. Use the year-specific changes section above for the exact value attached to each changed year.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide?
Based on the supplied 5.02 US gal (19 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 786.3 lb (356.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 9.57 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 56th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson sport touring power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.99 cc per lb to 2.06 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How much does Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide weight vary by year?
Among years with usable comparable figures, 1978 is the lightest at 584.2 lb (265 kg), while 1974-1979 is the heaviest at 606.3 lb (275 kg).
What is the Harley-Davidson FXE 1200 Super Glide weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycle weight of 610.7 lb (277 kg), the model is roughly 4.4 lb (2 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.