Across the 1986 and 1987 model years, the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 612.9 lb (278 kg).
Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition 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 FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition is heavier 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 Sport Edition weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1986, 1987 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 612.9 lb (278 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,337 cc |
| Power | 58 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 3.96 US gal (15 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 9.46 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 10.57 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 2.18 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 45.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 612.9 lb (278 kg). The year-specific section above shows which years use each figure where the supplied value changes.
Is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycles?
It sits fairly close to the middle of the category. Its representative wet weight is around the 54th percentile among 12 compatible Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycles.
Does the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 1986-1987 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 3.96 US gal (15 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 24.6 lb (11.2 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 792.9 lb (359.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much horsepower does the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition have per 100 lb?
Where compatible power and weight figures are available, it works out to 9.46 hp per 100 lb. That places it around the 44th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson sport touring power-to-weight comparison.
How much of the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition total weight comes from fuel?
Based on the available weight basis, a full tank of gasoline represents about 4% of the motorcycle’s weight.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition engine-size-to-weight ratio?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.18 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Will the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Sport Edition 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.