For the 1978 model year, the Honda CB 550 K 3 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 458.6 lb (208 kg).
Honda CB 550 K 3 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 550 K 3?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda CB 550 K 3 is lighter than about 84% of 53 Honda sport-touring 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.
Honda CB 550 K 3 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 458.6 lb (208 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 544 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.23 US gal (16 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.19 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 84.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.7% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda CB 550 K 3 weight FAQ
How much does the Honda CB 550 K 3 weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 458.6 lb (208 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Honda CB 550 K 3 weight compare with similar Hondas?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 84% of 53 Honda sport-touring motorcycles with the same weight basis.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda CB 550 K 3?
A full tank works out to about 26.3 lb (11.9 kg) from the listed 4.23 US gal (16 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda CB 550 K 3 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 638.6 lb (289.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How large is the Honda CB 550 K 3 engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.19 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 550 K 3 above or below the typical Honda sport-touring motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 88.2 lb (40 kg) lighter than the median Honda sport-touring motorcycle weight of 546.7 lb (248 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Honda CB 550 K 3 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.