Across 4 covered model years from 1983 to 1988, the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 1,056 lb (479 kg).
Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) 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 FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar)?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) is heavier than about 93.3% 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 FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1983, 1984, 1985, 1988 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 1,056 lb (479 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,337 cc |
| Power | 65 hp to 70 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
The 1983 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 | 6.63 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 15.09 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.27 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 79 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 1,056 lb (479 kg). The year-specific section above shows which years use each figure where the supplied value changes.
Is the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson touring 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.
Does the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 1983, 1984, 1985, 1988 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available. No usable dry/wet figure was supplied for 1988.
How much does the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5.02 US gal (19 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 31.2 lb (14.2 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 1,236 lb (560.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much horsepower does the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) have per 100 lb?
Where compatible power and weight figures are available, it works out to 6.63 hp per 100 lb. That places it around the 6th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson touring power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 1.27 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) above or below the typical Harley-Davidson touring motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 233 lb (105.7 kg) heavier than the compatible median Harley-Davidson touring motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) 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.