For the 2009 model year, the Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 725.3 lb (329 kg).
Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer 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. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer is heavier than about 95.1% of 51 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 725.3 lb (329 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,800 cc |
| Torque | 99.6 lb-ft (135 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.99 US gal (18.9 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31 lb (14.1 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 13.73 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.48 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 40.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.3% |
| Weight with full tank | 756.4 lb (343.1 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer?
Listed dry weight is 725.3 lb (329 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Is the Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 95th weight percentile in its Harley-Davidson category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
How much does the Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 4.99 US gal (18.9 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 31 lb (14.1 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 905.3 lb (410.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer dry weight as curb weight?
No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 756.4 lb (343.1 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
What is the estimated Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer weight with a full tank of gas?
Filling the listed tank brings the calculated bike weight to roughly 756.4 lb (343.1 kg). This estimate is most useful when no official wet/running figure is available.
How much of the Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer total weight comes from fuel?
Based on the available weight basis, a full tank of gasoline represents about 4.3% of the motorcycle’s weight.
How does Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer torque compare with its weight?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 13.73 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer engine-size-to-weight ratio?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.48 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
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.