For the 1983 model year, the Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 590.8 lb (268 kg).
Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna 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 VF 1100 C-V65 Magna?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna is heavier than about 65.7% of 67 Honda custom/cruiser 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 VF 1100 C-V65 Magna weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 590.8 lb (268 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,097 cc |
| Power | 116 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 4.76 US gal (18 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 19.63 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 5.09 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.86 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 53.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna weight FAQ
How much does the Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 590.8 lb (268 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 66th percentile among 67 compatible Honda custom/cruiser motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna?
A full tank works out to about 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) from the listed 4.76 US gal (18 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 770.8 lb (349.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 19.63 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 98th percentile within the compatible Honda custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
How much of the Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 5% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
What is the Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna engine-size-to-weight ratio?
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.
How far is the Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna from the median Honda custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 37.5 lb (17 kg) heavier than the median Honda custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 553.4 lb (251 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Honda VF 1100 C-V65 Magna 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.