Harley Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic (1986-88)

The Harley Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic was a motorcycle produced from 1986 to 1988. It featured a four-stroke, 45 degree V-twin engine with a capacity of 1337 cc and a compression ratio of 8.5:1. Its 38mm Keihin carburetor was responsible for its induction, and it had an electronic ignition with an electric start. The motorcycle boasted a maximum power of 71 hp and 82.5 ft-lb of torque. Its transmission had five speeds and it had a chain drive.

The bike had a double-downtube, full-cradle frame box-section steel swing arm with a center-axle fork front suspension and dual shock absorbers at the rear, which were adjustable for spring preload. It had a front wheel travel of 117mm and a rear wheel travel of 97mm. The brakes were effective, with two 292mm discs and 4 piston calipers at the front and a single 292mm disc and 4 piston caliper at the rear. The tyres, both front and rear, were MT 90-16.

The Harley Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic was a heavyweight cruiser, weighing in at 345kg with a fuel capacity of 19 litres. It was a classic motorcycle with a vintage look and feel, and it was built to deliver a comfortable riding experience. It was a popular choice for riders who wanted a reliable touring motorcycle with a classic aesthetic.


Technical specifications:

Make Model: Harley Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic

Year: 1986 – 88


Engine: Four stroke, 45 degrees V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder.
Capacity: 1337 cc / 81.5 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 88.8 x 108 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
Induction: 38mm Keihin carburetor
Ignition: Electronic
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 71 hp / 53.3 kW @ 5000 rpm
Max Torque: 82.5 ft-lb / 111.8 Nm @ 3600 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Double-downtube, full-cradle frame box-section steel swing arm
Front Suspension: Center-axle fork with 41mm tubes
Frnt Wheel Travel: 117 mm / 4.6 in

Rear Suspension: Dual shock absorbers, adjustable for spring preload
Rear Wheel Travel: 97 mm / 3.8 in
Front Brakes: 2x 292mm discs 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 292mm disc 4 piston caliper
Front Tyre: MT 90-16
Rear Tyre: MT 90-16
Wet Weight: 345.0 kg / 760 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 19 Litres / 5.0 US gal

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