For the 2008 model year, the Honda SilverWing 400 motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 502.7 lb (228 kg).
Honda SilverWing 400 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. 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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How heavy is the Honda SilverWing 400?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Honda SilverWing 400 is heavier than about 77.1% of 166 Honda motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda SilverWing 400 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 502.7 lb (228 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 398 cc |
| Torque | 27.3 lb-ft (37 Nm) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 5.43 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.79 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 126.3 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda SilverWing 400 weight FAQ
How much does the Honda SilverWing 400 weigh?
The source data gives 502.7 lb (228 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Honda SilverWing 400 weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative dry weight is around the 77th percentile among 166 compatible Honda motorcycles.
What does the Honda SilverWing 400 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 682.7 lb (309.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
How much heavier will the Honda SilverWing 400 be than its dry weight?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
How much torque does the Honda SilverWing 400 have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 5.43 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Honda SilverWing 400 displacement per pound?
The model has about 0.79 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What is the Honda SilverWing 400 weight difference versus the category median?
The representative dry weight is about 109.1 lb (49.5 kg) heavier than the median Honda motorcycle weight of 393.5 lb (178.5 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Honda SilverWing 400 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.