For the 1981 model year, the Harley-Davidson FLHS Electra Glide Sport motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 759.9 lb (344.7 kg).
Harley-Davidson FLHS Electra Glide Sport 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.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FLHS Electra Glide Sport?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FLHS Electra Glide Sport is heavier than about 92.6% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser 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 FLHS Electra Glide Sport weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 759.9 lb (344.7 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,340 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5 US gal (18.92 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.1 lb (14.1 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.76 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 56.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FLHS Electra Glide Sport weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FLHS Electra Glide Sport ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 759.9 lb (344.7 kg).
Is the Harley-Davidson FLHS Electra Glide Sport 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 much does the Harley-Davidson FLHS Electra Glide Sport fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5 US gal (18.92 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 31.1 lb (14.1 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FLHS Electra Glide Sport with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 939.9 lb (426.3 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
What is the Harley-Davidson FLHS Electra Glide Sport displacement per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 1.76 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
What is the Harley-Davidson FLHS Electra Glide Sport weight difference versus the category median?
The model sits about 88 lb (39.9 kg) heavier than the compatible median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Harley-Davidson FLHS Electra Glide Sport 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.