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 |
