Across the 1993, 1994 and 1995 model years, the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic motorcycle has supplied dry weights ranging from 740.8 lb (336 kg) to 749.6 lb (340 kg).
Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic 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. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic is heavier than about 78.9% of 45 Harley-Davidson motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1993, 1994, 1995 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 740.8 lb (336 kg) to 749.6 lb (340 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,338 cc |
| Torque | 69.4 lb-ft (94.1 Nm) to 69.5 lb-ft (94.2 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.99 US gal (18.9 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31 lb (14.1 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1993 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
| Torque per 100 lb | 9.27 lb-ft / 100 lb to 9.38 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.79 cc / lb to 1.81 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 55.4 lb / 100 cc to 56 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.1% to 4.2% |
| Weight with full tank | 771.8 lb (350.1 kg) to 780.6 lb (354.1 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic weight FAQ
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic?
Listed dry weight is 740.8 lb (336 kg) to 749.6 lb (340 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
Is the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 79th weight percentile in its Harley-Davidson category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
Does the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic weight change by model year?
Not every covered year uses the same figure. The page groups identical values together and lists the later model years where the supplied weight specification changes.
How much does the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 4.99 US gal (18.9 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 31 lb (14.1 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 920.8 lb (417.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic dry weight as curb weight?
No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 771.8 lb (350.1 kg) to 780.6 lb (354.1 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
What does the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic weigh with a full tank?
Filling the listed tank brings the calculated bike weight to roughly 771.8 lb (350.1 kg) to 780.6 lb (354.1 kg). This estimate is most useful when no official wet/running figure is available.
How much of the Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic total weight comes from fuel?
Based on the available weight basis, a full tank of gasoline represents about 4.1% to 4.2% of the motorcycle’s weight.
How does Harley-Davidson 1340 Electra Glide Classic torque compare with its weight?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 9.27 lb-ft per 100 lb to 9.38 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
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.