Across the 1984, 1985 and 1986 model years, the Honda XLV 750 R motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 485 lb (220 kg).
Honda XLV 750 R weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Honda XLV 750 R?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda XLV 750 R is heavier than about 58.1% 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 XLV 750 R weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1984, 1985, 1986 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 485 lb (220 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 749 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.15 US gal (19.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32 lb (14.5 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.54 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 64.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.6% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda XLV 750 R weight FAQ
What is the Honda XLV 750 R wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 485 lb (220 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Honda XLV 750 R lighter or heavier than other Honda motorcycles?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 58th percentile in this model-level Honda comparison.
Which Honda XLV 750 R years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Honda XLV 750 R?
Based on the supplied 5.15 US gal (19.5 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 32 lb (14.5 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Honda XLV 750 R and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 665 lb (301.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How many cc does the Honda XLV 750 R have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.54 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Honda XLV 750 R compare with the median Honda motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Honda motorcycle weight of 452.6 lb (205.3 kg), the model is roughly 32.5 lb (14.7 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Honda XLV 750 R weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full 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.