Across 6 covered model years from 1916 to 1921, the Harley-Davidson Racer motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 275.6 lb (125 kg).
Harley-Davidson Racer weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop. 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 Racer?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Racer is lighter than about 75% of 14 Harley-Davidson allround models 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 Racer weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1916, 1917, 1918, 1919, 1920, 1921 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 275.6 lb (125 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,000 cc |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 3.63 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 27.6 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Racer weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Racer?
Listed dry weight is 275.6 lb (125 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 Racer heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson allround models?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative dry weight sits around the 25th weight percentile among 14 Harley-Davidson allround models, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
Does the Harley-Davidson Racer weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 1916-1921 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available. No usable dry/wet figure was supplied for 1921.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Racer with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 455.6 lb (206.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Harley-Davidson Racer dry weight as curb weight?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
How large is the Harley-Davidson Racer engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 3.63 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Harley-Davidson Racer above or below the typical Harley-Davidson allround weight?
The model sits about 109.1 lb (49.5 kg) lighter than the compatible median Harley-Davidson allround weight used on this page.
Will the Harley-Davidson Racer feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
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.