For the 1983 model year, the Harley-Davidson XR 1000 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 509.3 lb (231 kg).
Harley-Davidson XR 1000 weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XR 1000?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson XR 1000 is heavier than about 63.3% 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 XR 1000 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 509.3 lb (231 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 997 cc |
| Power | 67 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 2.51 US gal (9.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 15.6 lb (7.1 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 13.16 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 7.6 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.96 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 51.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XR 1000 weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson XR 1000 weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 509.3 lb (231 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Harley-Davidson XR 1000 weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 63rd percentile for weight among 15 compatible Harley-Davidson sport bikes.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson XR 1000?
A full tank works out to about 15.6 lb (7.1 kg) from the listed 2.51 US gal (9.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson XR 1000 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 689.3 lb (312.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Harley-Davidson XR 1000 strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 13.16 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 85th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson sport power-to-weight comparison.
How much of the Harley-Davidson XR 1000 total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 3.1% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
What is the Harley-Davidson XR 1000 engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The model has about 1.96 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How far is the Harley-Davidson XR 1000 from the median Harley-Davidson sport bike weight?
The representative wet weight is about 19.8 lb (9 kg) heavier than the median Harley-Davidson sport bike weight of 489.4 lb (222 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Harley-Davidson XR 1000 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.