Across the 1986 and 1987 model years, the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 489.4 lb (222 kg).
Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution weight overview
This is firmly on the heavier side. The real penalty is not necessarily normal riding; it is low-speed work, awkward parking and moving the bike around manually.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution is lighter than about 97.6% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles 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 XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1986, 1987 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 489.4 lb (222 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,101 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.25 US gal (8.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 14 lb (6.3 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 2.25 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 44.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 2.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 489.4 lb (222 kg). The year-specific section above shows which years use each figure where the supplied value changes.
Is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative wet weight sits around the 2nd weight percentile among 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
Does the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 1986-1987 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 2.25 US gal (8.5 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 14 lb (6.3 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 669.4 lb (303.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How large is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.25 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution above or below the typical Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 182.5 lb (82.8 kg) lighter than the compatible median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution feel heavy at low speed?
It is heavy enough that smart parking matters. Avoid situations where you have to paddle it backward uphill or catch it after it leans too far.
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.