For the 1985 model year, the Harley-Davidson FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 760.6 lb (345 kg).
Harley-Davidson FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom weight overview
The scale number is high enough that parking and low-speed balance deserve real consideration. Once the bike leans too far, recovering it takes much more effort than on a light machine.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom is heavier than about 77.8% 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 FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 760.6 lb (345 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 | 1.76 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 56.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 760.6 lb (345 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Harley-Davidson FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson motorcycles?
Compared with similar Harley-Davidsons in this dataset, it is heavier than about 77.8% of 108 motorcycles using the same weight basis.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom?
Based on the supplied 5.02 US gal (19 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 940.6 lb (426.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Harley-Davidson FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.76 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What is the Harley-Davidson FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson motorcycle weight of 672.4 lb (305 kg), the model is roughly 88.2 lb (40 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson FLHTC C 1340 Electra Glide Chrom weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full 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.