Across the 1983 and 1984 model years, the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 549 lb (249 kg).
Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) 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 GL 650 (reduced effect)?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) is lighter than about 67% of 47 Honda 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 GL 650 (reduced effect) weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1983, 1984 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 549 lb (249 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 673 cc |
| Power | 50 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 4.62 US gal (17.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 28.7 lb (13 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 9.11 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 10.98 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.23 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 81.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) weight FAQ
How much does the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 549 lb (249 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) weight compare with similar Hondas?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 67% of 47 Honda touring motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1983-1984 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect)?
A full tank works out to about 28.7 lb (13 kg) from the listed 4.62 US gal (17.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 729 lb (330.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 9.11 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 25th percentile within the compatible Honda touring power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) have per pound?
The model has about 1.23 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) compare with the median Honda touring motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 163.1 lb (74 kg) lighter than the median Honda touring motorcycle weight of 712.1 lb (323 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) 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.