Across the 1979, 1980 and 1981 model years, the Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 767.2 lb (348 kg).
Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic weight overview
The scale number is high enough that parking and low-speed balance deserve real consideration. Once the bike leans too far, recovering it takes much more effort than on a light machine.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic is lighter than about 78% of 75 Harley-Davidson touring 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.
Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1979, 1980, 1981 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 767.2 lb (348 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,337 cc |
| Power | 67 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 8.73 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 11.45 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.74 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 57.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 767.2 lb (348 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 Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Harley-Davidson category. The model lands near the 22nd percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic 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 Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic?
Based on the supplied 5.02 US gal (19 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 31.2 lb (14.2 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 Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 947.2 lb (429.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 8.73 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 40th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson touring power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.74 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 Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic compare with the median Harley-Davidson touring motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson touring motorcycle weight of 823 lb (373.3 kg), the model is roughly 55.8 lb (25.3 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 Electra Glide Classic 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 Harley-Davidson website.