Honda CL 175 Weight (284lb)

Quick answer

For the 1972 model year, the Honda CL 175 motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 284.4 lb (129 kg).

Dry weight284.4 lb (129 kg)
Fuel capacity2.38 US gal (9 L)
Full tank fuel weight14.8 lb (6.7 kg)
Power / 100 lb6.68 hp / 100 lb
Model years covered
1972

Honda CL 175 weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is on the lighter side for a road motorcycle. The advantage is usually most obvious while parking, maneuvering at walking speed and moving the bike around off the engine. 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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WEIGHT VISUAL

Dry weight

Dry weight284.4 lb (129 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider434.4 lb (197 kg)bike + rider • bike is 65.5% of total mass
180 lb rider464.4 lb (210.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 61.2% of total mass
210 lb rider494.4 lb (224.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 57.5% of total mass

Honda CL 175 weight & related specs

Model years covered 1972
Dry weight 284.4 lb (129 kg)
Engine displacement 174 cc
Power 19 hp
Fuel capacity 2.38 US gal (9 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 14.8 lb (6.7 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Horsepower per 100 lb 6.68 hp / 100 lb
Pounds per horsepower 14.97 lb / hp
Displacement per pound 0.61 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 163.4 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 5.2%
Weight with full tank 299.2 lb (135.7 kg)

What the weight numbers tell you

A full tank is not weightless: the 2.38 US gal (9 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 14.8 lb (6.7 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Honda curb-weight specification.
The calculated power-to-weight figure is 6.68 hp per 100 lb across years with compatible data. It shows how much engine output is available relative to the bike’s mass.

Honda CL 175 weight FAQ

How much does the Honda CL 175 weigh?

The source data gives 284.4 lb (129 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda CL 175?

A full tank works out to about 14.8 lb (6.7 kg) from the listed 2.38 US gal (9 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Honda CL 175 weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 464.4 lb (210.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.

Is the Honda CL 175 strong for its weight?

The calculated range is 6.68 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone.

How much heavier will the Honda CL 175 be than its dry weight?

Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 299.2 lb (135.7 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.

How many cc does the Honda CL 175 have per pound?

The model has about 0.61 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 CL 175 easy to move around by hand?

The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.

Official information note

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.