For the 1980 model year, the Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 599.7 lb (272 kg).
Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob weight overview
This sits in heavyweight territory. Riders should think about garage movement, backing up, surface slope and passenger/luggage load as much as the on-road feel.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob is lighter than about 69.4% of 108 Harley-Davidson motorcycles with compatible weight data.
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 FXE F 1340 Fat Bob weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 599.7 lb (272 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,337 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.09 US gal (15.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 25.5 lb (11.5 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 2.23 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 44.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 599.7 lb (272 kg).
Is the Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson motorcycles?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative wet weight sits around the 31st weight percentile among 108 Harley-Davidson motorcycles, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
How much does the Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 4.09 US gal (15.5 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 25.5 lb (11.5 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 779.7 lb (353.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much of the Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob total weight comes from fuel?
Based on the available weight basis, a full tank of gasoline represents about 4.2% of the motorcycle’s weight.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob engine-size-to-weight ratio?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.23 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How far is the Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob from the median Harley-Davidson motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 72.8 lb (33 kg) lighter than the compatible median Harley-Davidson motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Harley-Davidson FXE F 1340 Fat Bob feel heavy at low speed?
It is heavy enough that smart parking matters. Avoid situations where you have to paddle it backward uphill or catch it after it leans too far.
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.