Across 7 covered model years from 1986 to 1992, the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 608.5 lb (276 kg).
Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider 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 FXRS 1340 Low Rider?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider is lighter than about 54.2% of 12 Harley-Davidson sport-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 FXRS 1340 Low Rider weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 608.5 lb (276 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,337 cc |
| Power | 49 hp |
| Torque | 67 lb-ft (90.8 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.96 US gal (15 L) to 4.49 US gal (17 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) to 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1986 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 | 8.05 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 12.42 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 11.01 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.2 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 45.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4% to 4.6% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 608.5 lb (276 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 46th percentile for weight among 12 compatible Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycles.
Are all Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1986-1992 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider?
A full tank works out to about 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) to 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) from the listed 3.96 US gal (15 L) to 4.49 US gal (17 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 788.5 lb (357.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 8.05 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 6th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson sport touring power-to-weight comparison.
How much of the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 4% to 4.6% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
How does Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider torque compare with its weight?
Available data gives 11.01 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The model has about 2.2 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle 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.