Across the 2020 and 2021 model years, the Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 563.9 lb (255.8 kg) and dry weights ranging from 547 lb (248.1 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Iron 1200?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 is lighter than about 86.9% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser 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 Iron 1200 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2020, 2021 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 563.9 lb (255.8 kg) |
| Dry weight | 547 lb (248.1 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,202 cc |
| Torque | 73 lb-ft (99 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.3 US gal (12.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 20.5 lb (9.3 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 12.95 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.13 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 46.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.6% |
| Weight with full tank | 567.5 lb (257.4 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 563.9 lb (255.8 kg), while dry weight is 547 lb (248.1 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 86.9% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2020-2021 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson Iron 1200?
A full tank works out to about 20.5 lb (9.3 kg) from the listed 3.3 US gal (12.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 743.9 lb (337.4 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 full-tank weight estimate?
Filling the listed tank brings the calculated bike weight to roughly 567.5 lb (257.4 kg). This estimate is most useful when no official wet/running figure is available.
How much weight do fuel and fluids add to the Harley-Davidson Iron 1200?
Available years with both measurements show about 17 lb (7.7 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
How much of the Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 3.6% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
How does Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 torque compare with its weight?
Available data gives 12.95 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
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.