Across 11 covered model years from 1958 to 1968, the Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 480.6 lb (218 kg).
Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH is lighter than about 73.3% of 15 Harley-Davidson sport bikes with compatible weight data.
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 Sportster XLCH weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 480.6 lb (218 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 883 cc |
| Power | 55 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 1.9 US gal (7.2 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 11.8 lb (5.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 11.44 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 8.74 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.84 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 54.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 2.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 480.6 lb (218 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson sport bikes?
It is comparatively light for this Harley-Davidson category. The model lands near the 27th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH?
Based on the supplied 1.9 US gal (7.2 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 11.8 lb (5.4 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 660.6 lb (299.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 11.44 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 55th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson sport power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.84 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Is the Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH above or below the typical Harley-Davidson sport bike weight?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson sport bike weight of 489.4 lb (222 kg), the model is roughly 8.8 lb (4 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full weight.
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.