Harley-Davidson Model JDCB Weight (388lb)

Quick answer

For the 1925 model year, the Harley-Davidson Model JDCB motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 388 lb (176 kg).

Dry weight388 lb (176 kg)
Model years covered
1925

Harley-Davidson Model JDCB weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

The bike falls into a normal middleweight range. At road speed the mass is usually less obvious; parking, slopes and walking-speed maneuvers are where you notice it most. 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 JDCB?

dry weight

Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Model JDCB is heavier than about 53.6% of 14 Harley-Davidson allround models with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
388 lb (176 kg)
14 Harley-Davidson allround modelsMedian: 384.7 lb (174.5 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Dry weight

Dry weight388 lb (176 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 rider538 lb (244 kg)bike + rider • bike is 72.1% of total mass
180 lb rider568 lb (257.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 68.3% of total mass
210 lb rider598 lb (271.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 64.9% of total mass

Harley-Davidson Model JDCB weight & related specs

Model years covered 1925
Dry weight 388 lb (176 kg)
Engine displacement 1,208 cc

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 3.11 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 32.1 lb / 100 cc

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Model JDCB is heavier than about 53.6% of 14 Harley-Davidson allround models with compatible weight data.

Harley-Davidson Model JDCB weight FAQ

What is the Harley-Davidson Model JDCB dry weight?

The available dry weight is 388 lb (176 kg). Actual ready-to-ride weight will be higher after fuel and operating fluids are added.

Is the Harley-Davidson Model JDCB lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson allround models?

Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 54th percentile in this model-level Harley-Davidson comparison.

What is the combined Harley-Davidson Model JDCB and rider weight?

Using the model’s representative dry weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 568 lb (257.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.

Is the listed Harley-Davidson Model JDCB weight ready to ride?

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

How many cc does the Harley-Davidson Model JDCB have per pound?

The available figures work out to 3.11 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.

Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson Model JDCB weight most?

Expect the weight to matter more off the throttle than at speed: garage movement, uneven footing and parking angle are the practical situations to think about.

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.