Across the 1980, 1981 and 1982 model years, the Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 612.9 lb (278 kg).
Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis is heavier than about 56.7% of 15 Harley-Davidson classic 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 FXB 1340 Sturgis weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1980, 1981, 1982 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 612.9 lb (278 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,337 cc |
| Power | 67 hp |
| Torque | 50.9 lb-ft (69 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.09 US gal (15.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 25.5 lb (11.5 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 10.93 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 9.15 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 8.3 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.18 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 45.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 612.9 lb (278 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 57th percentile for weight among 15 compatible Harley-Davidson classic motorcycles.
Are all Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1980-1982 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis?
A full tank works out to about 25.5 lb (11.5 kg) from the listed 4.09 US gal (15.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 792.9 lb (359.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 10.93 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 56th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson classic power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis torque-to-weight ratio?
Available data gives 8.3 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
How large is the Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis engine for its weight?
The model has about 2.18 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Harley-Davidson FXB 1340 Sturgis above or below the typical Harley-Davidson classic motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 28.7 lb (13 kg) heavier than the median Harley-Davidson classic motorcycle weight of 584.2 lb (265 kg) in this dataset.
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.