For the 2008 model year, the Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night-Rod motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 670 lb (303.9 kg) and a dry weight of 636.9 lb (288.9 kg).
Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night-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 VRSCD Night-Rod?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night-Rod is lighter than about 54.6% of 108 Harley-Davidson 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 VRSCD Night-Rod weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 670 lb (303.9 kg) |
| Dry weight | 636.9 lb (288.9 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,250.4 cc |
| Torque | 85 lb-ft (115.3 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5 US gal (18.92 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 12.69 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.87 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 53.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.6% |
| Weight with full tank | 668 lb (303 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night-Rod weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night-Rod weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 670 lb (303.9 kg), while dry weight is 636.9 lb (288.9 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night-Rod weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 45th percentile for weight among 108 compatible Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night-Rod?
A full tank works out to about 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) from the listed 5 US gal (18.92 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night-Rod weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 850 lb (385.5 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the difference between Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night-Rod dry and wet weight?
Available years with both measurements show about 33.1 lb (15 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 torque does the Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night-Rod have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 12.69 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night-Rod displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.87 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night-Rod easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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.