For the 1986 model year, the Harley-Davidson FXST 1340 Softail Custom motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 657 lb (298 kg).
Harley-Davidson FXST 1340 Softail Custom 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 FXST 1340 Softail Custom?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXST 1340 Softail Custom is lighter than about 57.9% of 108 Harley-Davidson 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 FXST 1340 Softail Custom weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 657 lb (298 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,337 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 2.04 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 49.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.8% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FXST 1340 Softail Custom weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXST 1340 Softail Custom ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 657 lb (298 kg).
Is the Harley-Davidson FXST 1340 Softail Custom heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson motorcycles?
It sits fairly close to the middle of the category. Its representative wet weight is around the 42nd percentile among 108 compatible Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
How much does the Harley-Davidson FXST 1340 Softail Custom 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 FXST 1340 Softail Custom with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 837 lb (379.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXST 1340 Softail Custom displacement per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.04 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXST 1340 Softail Custom weight difference versus the category median?
The model sits about 15.4 lb (7 kg) lighter than the compatible median Harley-Davidson motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Harley-Davidson FXST 1340 Softail Custom 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.