For the 1995 model year, the Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 709.9 lb (322 kg).
Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic 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 Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic is heavier than about 93.1% of 51 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1995 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 709.9 lb (322 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,338 cc |
| Power | 48 hp |
| Torque | 63.7 lb-ft (86.3 Nm) |
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 6.76 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 14.79 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 8.97 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.88 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 53.1 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic?
Listed dry weight is 709.9 lb (322 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 Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 93rd weight percentile in its Harley-Davidson category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 889.9 lb (403.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much horsepower does the Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic have per 100 lb?
Where compatible power and weight figures are available, it works out to 6.76 hp per 100 lb. That places it around the 3rd percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
Can I treat the Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic dry weight as curb weight?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
What is the Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic torque-to-weight ratio?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 8.97 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
How large is the Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 1.88 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic above or below the typical Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 110.2 lb (50 kg) heavier than the compatible median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Harley-Davidson 1340 Heritage Softail Classic feel heavy at low speed?
It is heavy enough that smart parking matters. Avoid situations where you have to paddle it backward uphill or catch it after it leans too far.
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 Harley-Davidson website.