Across the 1981, 1982 and 1983 model years, the Honda CB 1100 R motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 571 lb (259 kg).
Honda CB 1100 R 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 Honda CB 1100 R?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda CB 1100 R is heavier than about 87% of 77 Honda 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.
Honda CB 1100 R weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1981, 1982, 1983 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 571 lb (259 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,062 cc |
| Power | 120 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 6.87 US gal (26 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 42.7 lb (19.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 21.02 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 4.76 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.86 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 53.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda CB 1100 R weight FAQ
How much does the Honda CB 1100 R weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 571 lb (259 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Honda CB 1100 R weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 87th percentile among 77 compatible Honda sport bikes.
Are all Honda CB 1100 R model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1981-1983 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda CB 1100 R?
A full tank works out to about 42.7 lb (19.4 kg) from the listed 6.87 US gal (26 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda CB 1100 R weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 751 lb (340.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Honda CB 1100 R strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 21.02 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 75th percentile within the compatible Honda sport power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Honda CB 1100 R engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.86 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Honda CB 1100 R above or below the typical Honda sport bike weight?
The representative wet weight is about 134.5 lb (61 kg) heavier than the median Honda sport bike weight of 436.5 lb (198 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Honda CB 1100 R 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 Honda Powersports website.