Across the 2002 and 2003 model years, the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC motorcycle has supplied dry weights ranging from 652.6 lb (296 kg) to 659.2 lb (299 kg).
Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC weight overview
This sits in heavyweight territory. Riders should think about garage movement, backing up, surface slope and passenger/luggage load as much as the on-road feel. 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 Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC is heavier than about 88.6% of 22 Suzuki custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2002, 2003 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 652.6 lb (296 kg) to 659.2 lb (299 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,462 cc |
| Power | 67 hp |
| Torque | 84.1 lb-ft (114 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.96 US gal (15 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2002 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 10.16 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 9.84 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 12.76 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.22 cc / lb to 2.24 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 44.6 lb / 100 cc to 45.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.7% to 3.8% |
| Weight with full tank | 677.2 lb (307.2 kg) to 683.8 lb (310.2 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC weight FAQ
How heavy is the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC?
Listed dry weight is 652.6 lb (296 kg) to 659.2 lb (299 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Is the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC heavy compared with other Suzuki custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 89th weight percentile in its Suzuki category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
Does the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC weight change by model year?
Not every covered year uses the same figure. The page groups identical values together and lists the later model years where the supplied weight specification changes.
How much does the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 3.96 US gal (15 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 24.6 lb (11.2 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Suzuki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 835.9 lb (379.1 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much horsepower does the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC have per 100 lb?
Where compatible power and weight figures are available, it works out to 10.16 hp per 100 lb.
Can I treat the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC dry weight as curb weight?
No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 677.2 lb (307.2 kg) to 683.8 lb (310.2 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
How much heavier is the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC with a full tank?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 677.2 lb (307.2 kg) to 683.8 lb (310.2 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
What is the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder LC torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 12.76 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
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 Suzuki Cycles website.