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Harley Davidson FLH 1340 Electra Glide 1978 (1978-83)

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Harley Davidson FLH 1340 Electra Glide 1978 (1978-83)

At a glance

Capacity
1337 cc / 81.5 cu-in
Power
67 hp / @ 6000 rpm

The full picture.

The Harley Davidson FLH 1340 Electra Glide was a motorcycle model produced from 1978 to 1983. It featured a four-stroke, 45-degree V-Twin, OHV engine with 2 valves per cylinder and a capacity of 1337cc. The bike was air-cooled with a 7.4:1 compression ratio and used a 38mm Keihin carb for induction. It had a maximum power output of 67 hp at 6000 rpm and an electric starting system.

The transmission was a 4-speed setup with a chain final drive. The front suspension used telescopic forks and the rear suspension had dual shocks swinging arm. Braking was handled by a single 254mm disc with a 1 piston caliper on both the front and rear wheels. The bike had MT 90-16 size tyres on both the front and back wheels, and weighed 345 kilograms or 760.6 pounds when wet. The bike also had a 19-litre fuel capacity or 5.0 US gallons.

Overall, the Harley Davidson FLH 1340 Electra Glide 1978 model offers a powerful engine with reliable components and supply of fuel. It delivers a satisfying ride with a comfortable suspension system that absorbs shocks well. The brakes work efficiently and contribute to the bike’s excellent control. With its respectable weight and fuel capacity, the Harley Davidson FLH 1340 Electra Glide can be an ideal option for long rides.


Technical specifications:

Make Model: Harley Davidson FLH 1340 Electra Glide

Motorcycle technical specifications
Year1978 – 83
EngineFour stroke, 45 degrees V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder.
Capacity1337 cc / 81.5 cu-in
Bore x Stroke88.8 x 108 mm
Cooling SystemAir cooled
Compression Ratio7.4:1
Induction38mm Keihin carb
Ignition
StartingElectric
Max Power67 hp / @ 6000 rpm
Transmission4 Speed
Final DriveChain
Front SuspensionTelescopic forks
Rear SuspensionDual shocks swinging arm
Front BrakesSingle 254mm disc 1 piston caliper
Rear BrakesSingle 254mm disc 1 piston caliper.
Front TyreMT 90-16
Rear TyreMT 90-16
Wet Weight345.0 kg / 760.6 lbs
Fuel Capacity19 Litres / 5.0 US gal