For the 2008 model year, the Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 851 lb (386 kg) and a dry weight of 813.9 lb (369.2 kg).
Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter 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 FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter is heavier than about 67.3% of 75 Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs 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 FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 851 lb (386 kg) |
| Dry weight | 813.9 lb (369.2 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,573.3 cc |
| Torque | 92.6 lb-ft (125.6 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 6 US gal (22.71 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 37.3 lb (16.9 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 10.89 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.85 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 54.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.4% |
| Weight with full tank | 851.2 lb (386.1 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2008 years, listed wet/running weight is 851 lb (386 kg) and listed dry weight is 813.9 lb (369.2 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles?
Compared with similar Harley-Davidsons in this dataset, it is heavier than about 67.3% of 75 touring motorcycles using the same weight basis.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter?
Based on the supplied 6 US gal (22.71 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 37.3 lb (16.9 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 1,031 lb (467.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How much heavier is the Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter with a full tank?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 851.2 lb (386.1 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
What is the Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 10.89 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
How many cc does the Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.85 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 FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter 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 28 lb (12.7 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter 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.