Across 5 covered model years from 2002 to 2006, the Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 621.9 lb (282.1 kg) and dry weights ranging from 596.1 lb (270.4 kg) to 628.3 lb (285 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod is lighter than about 68.2% 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 VRSCA V-Rod weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 621.9 lb (282.1 kg) |
| Dry weight | 596.1 lb (270.4 kg) to 628.3 lb (285 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,130 cc to 1,131 cc |
| Torque | 64.9 lb-ft (88 Nm) to 77.4 lb-ft (105 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 US gal (14 L) to 4.99 US gal (18.9 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 23 lb (10.4 kg) to 31 lb (14.1 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2002 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 10.89 lb-ft / 100 lb to 12.77 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.8 cc / lb to 1.9 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 52.8 lb / 100 cc to 55.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.7% to 5.1% |
| Weight with full tank | 619.1 lb (280.8 kg) to 651.3 lb (295.4 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 621.9 lb (282.1 kg), while dry weight is 596.1 lb (270.4 kg) to 628.3 lb (285 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 68.2% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod?
A full tank works out to about 23 lb (10.4 kg) to 31 lb (14.1 kg) from the listed 3.7 US gal (14 L) to 4.99 US gal (18.9 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 801.9 lb (363.7 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How much heavier is the Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod with a full tank?
Filling the listed tank brings the calculated bike weight to roughly 619.1 lb (280.8 kg) to 651.3 lb (295.4 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 VRSCA V-Rod?
Available years with both measurements show about 21.8 lb (9.9 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 VRSCA V-Rod total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 3.7% to 5.1% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
How does Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod torque compare with its weight?
Available data gives 10.89 lb-ft per 100 lb to 12.77 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.