Across 5 covered model years from 1983 to 1987, the Honda VT 500 E motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 449.7 lb (204 kg) and dry weights ranging from 396.8 lb (180 kg), depending on model year.
Honda VT 500 E weight overview
This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Honda VT 500 E?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda VT 500 E is heavier than about 52.3% of 43 Honda classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs 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 VT 500 E weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 449.7 lb (204 kg) |
| Dry weight | 396.8 lb (180 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 491 cc |
| Power | 50 hp |
| Torque | 31 lb-ft (42 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.49 US gal (17 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 11.12 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 8.99 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 6.89 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.09 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 91.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.2% |
| Weight with full tank | 424.8 lb (192.7 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda VT 500 E weight FAQ
How much does the Honda VT 500 E weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 449.7 lb (204 kg), while dry weight is 396.8 lb (180 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Honda VT 500 E weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 52nd percentile for weight among 43 compatible Honda classic motorcycles.
Are all Honda VT 500 E model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1983-1987 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda VT 500 E?
A full tank works out to about 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) from the listed 4.49 US gal (17 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda VT 500 E weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 629.7 lb (285.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Honda VT 500 E strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 11.12 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 65th percentile within the compatible Honda classic power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Honda VT 500 E dry-to-wet weight difference?
Available years with both measurements show about 52.9 lb (24 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
What is the Honda VT 500 E torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 6.89 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
How many cc does the Honda VT 500 E have per pound?
The model has about 1.09 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
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.