For the 1970 model year, the Harley-Davidson XR 750 motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 295.4 lb (134 kg).
Harley-Davidson XR 750 weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson XR 750 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1970 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 295.4 lb (134 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 748 cc |
| Power | 81.8 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 | 27.69 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 3.61 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 2.53 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 39.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.3% |
| Weight with full tank | 311 lb (141.1 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XR 750 weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XR 750?
Listed dry weight is 295.4 lb (134 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
How much does the Harley-Davidson XR 750 fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 2.51 US gal (9.5 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 15.6 lb (7.1 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XR 750 with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 475.4 lb (215.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much horsepower does the Harley-Davidson XR 750 have per 100 lb?
Where compatible power and weight figures are available, it works out to 27.69 hp per 100 lb.
Can I treat the Harley-Davidson XR 750 dry weight as curb weight?
No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 311 lb (141.1 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
What is the estimated Harley-Davidson XR 750 weight with a full tank of gas?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 311 lb (141.1 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
What is the Harley-Davidson XR 750 displacement per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.53 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Will the Harley-Davidson XR 750 feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
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.