For the 1984 model year, the Honda VF 1100 S motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 634.9 lb (288 kg).
Honda VF 1100 S weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Honda VF 1100 S?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda VF 1100 S is heavier than about 85.8% of 166 Honda 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 S weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1984 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 634.9 lb (288 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,100 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.5 US gal (20.81 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 34.2 lb (15.5 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.73 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 57.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda VF 1100 S weight FAQ
How much does the Honda VF 1100 S weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 634.9 lb (288 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 S weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 86th percentile among 166 compatible Honda motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda VF 1100 S?
A full tank works out to about 34.2 lb (15.5 kg) from the listed 5.5 US gal (20.81 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda VF 1100 S weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 814.9 lb (369.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How large is the Honda VF 1100 S engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.73 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 VF 1100 S above or below the typical Honda motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 182.4 lb (82.7 kg) heavier than the median Honda motorcycle weight of 452.6 lb (205.3 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Honda VF 1100 S 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.