Across 6 covered model years from 1980 to 1985, the Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 628.3 lb (285 kg) to 643.7 lb (292 kg) and dry weights ranging from 612.9 lb (278 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide is lighter than about 65.2% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs 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 FXWG 1340 Wide Glide weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 628.3 lb (285 kg) to 643.7 lb (292 kg) |
| Dry weight | 612.9 lb (278 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,337 cc |
| Power | 67 hp |
| Torque | 50.9 lb-ft (69 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1980 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
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 10.41 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 9.61 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 7.91 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.08 cc / lb to 2.13 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 47 lb / 100 cc to 48.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.8% to 5% |
| Weight with full tank | 644.1 lb (292.2 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 628.3 lb (285 kg) to 643.7 lb (292 kg), while dry weight is 612.9 lb (278 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 65.2% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide?
A full tank works out to about 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) from the listed 5.02 US gal (19 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 823.7 lb (373.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 10.41 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 58th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide full-tank weight estimate?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 644.1 lb (292.2 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
What is the difference between Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide dry and wet weight?
Available years with both measurements show about 30.9 lb (14 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
How much torque does the Harley-Davidson FXWG 1340 Wide Glide have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 7.91 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
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.