Across the 1986 and 1987 model years, the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Custom motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 617.3 lb (280 kg).
Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Custom 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 FXRS 1340 Low Rider Custom?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Custom is lighter than about 69.6% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser 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 Custom weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1986, 1987 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 617.3 lb (280 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
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 2.17 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 46.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Custom weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Custom wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 617.3 lb (280 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 Rider Custom lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Harley-Davidson category. The model lands near the 30th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Custom years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Custom?
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 Rider Custom and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 797.3 lb (361.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Custom displacement per pound?
The available figures work out 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.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Custom weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 672 lb (304.8 kg), the model is roughly 54.7 lb (24.8 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Harley-Davidson FXRS 1340 Low Rider Custom 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.