Across the 1978 and 1979 model years, the Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 617.3 lb (280 kg).
Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider is heavier than about 63.3% of 15 Harley-Davidson classic 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 FXS 1200 Low Rider weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1978, 1979 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 617.3 lb (280 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,206 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.95 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 51.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 617.3 lb (280 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 63rd percentile for weight among 15 compatible Harley-Davidson classic motorcycles.
Are all Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1978-1979 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider?
A full tank works out to about 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) from the listed 5.02 US gal (19 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 797.3 lb (361.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How many cc does the Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider have per pound?
The model has about 1.95 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider compare with the median Harley-Davidson classic motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 33.1 lb (15 kg) heavier than the median Harley-Davidson classic motorcycle weight of 584.2 lb (265 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Harley-Davidson FXS 1200 Low Rider easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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.