Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide Weight (626lb)

Quick answer

Across the 1983, 1984 and 1985 model years, the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 617.3 lb (280 kg) to 626.1 lb (284 kg).

Wet / running weight617.3 lb (280 kg) to 626.1 lb (284 kg)
Fuel capacity3.96 US gal (15 L)
Full tank fuel weight24.6 lb (11.2 kg)
Model years covered
198319841985

Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

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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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide is heavier than about 70.8% of 12 Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
626.1 lb (284 kg)
12 Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcyclesMedian: 610.7 lb (277 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight range

Wet / running weight617.3 lb (280 kg) – 626.1 lb (284 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider776.1 lb (352 kg)bike + rider • bike is 80.7% of total mass
180 lb rider806.1 lb (365.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 77.7% of total mass
210 lb rider836.1 lb (379.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 74.9% of total mass

Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide weight & related specs

Model years covered 1983, 1984, 1985
Wet / running weight 617.3 lb (280 kg) to 626.1 lb (284 kg)
Engine displacement 1,337 cc
Fuel capacity 3.96 US gal (15 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 24.6 lb (11.2 kg)

Weight changes by model year

The 1983 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.

Wet / running weight
1985617.3 lb (280 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 2.14 cc / lb to 2.17 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 46.2 lb / 100 cc to 46.8 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 3.9% to 4%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide is heavier than about 70.8% of 12 Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
The listed fuel tank capacity is 3.96 US gal (15 L). A full tank of gasoline is estimated to weigh about 24.6 lb (11.2 kg); this fuel mass is already part of a wet/running weight figure.
The supplied data shows model-year weight differences, so the safest figure is the one attached to your exact year rather than a single all-years number.

Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide weight FAQ

What is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide wet weight?

The supplied wet/running weight is 617.3 lb (280 kg) to 626.1 lb (284 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 FXRS 1340 Low Glide lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycles?

Compared with similar Harley-Davidsons in this dataset, it is heavier than about 70.8% of 12 sport-touring motorcycles using the same weight basis.

Which Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide years have different weight specs?

The supplied data shows different weight figures across the 1983-1985 model years. Use the year-specific changes section above for the exact value attached to each changed year.

How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide?

Based on the supplied 3.96 US gal (15 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 24.6 lb (11.2 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 FXRS 1340 Low Glide and rider weight?

Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 806.1 lb (365.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.

What is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide displacement per pound?

The available figures work out to 2.14 cc per lb to 2.17 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.

How much does Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide weight vary by year?

Among years with usable comparable figures, 1985 is the lightest at 617.3 lb (280 kg), while 1983-1984 is the heaviest at 626.1 lb (284 kg).

What is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide weight difference versus the category median?

Compared with the median Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycle weight of 610.7 lb (277 kg), the model is roughly 15.4 lb (7 kg) heavier.

Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Glide 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.

Official information note

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.