Harley-Davidson Model JDCA Weight (366lb)

Quick answer

For the 1924 model year, the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 366 lb (166 kg).

Dry weight366 lb (166 kg)
Model years covered
1924

Harley-Davidson Model JDCA weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.

Middleweight Motorcycle

CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA?

dry weight

Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA is lighter than about 96.7% of 45 Harley-Davidson motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
366 lb (166 kg)
45 Harley-Davidson motorcyclesMedian: 632.7 lb (287 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Dry weight

Dry weight366 lb (166 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider516 lb (234 kg)bike + rider • bike is 70.9% of total mass
180 lb rider546 lb (247.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 67% of total mass
210 lb rider576 lb (261.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 63.5% of total mass

Harley-Davidson Model JDCA weight & related specs

Model years covered 1924
Dry weight 366 lb (166 kg)
Engine displacement 1,208 cc

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 3.3 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 30.3 lb / 100 cc

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA is lighter than about 96.7% of 45 Harley-Davidson motorcycles with compatible weight data.

Harley-Davidson Model JDCA weight FAQ

How much does the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA weigh?

The source data gives 366 lb (166 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.

How does the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?

Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 96.7% of 45 Harley-Davidson motorcycles with the same weight basis.

What does the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 546 lb (247.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.

How much heavier will the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA be than its dry weight?

No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.

What is the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA engine-size-to-weight ratio?

The model has about 3.3 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

How far is the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA from the median Harley-Davidson motorcycle weight?

The representative dry weight is about 266.8 lb (121 kg) lighter than the median Harley-Davidson motorcycle weight of 632.7 lb (287 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA easy to move around by hand?

The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.

Official information note

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.