FLHC 1340 EIectra Glide Classic (with sidecar)

1982 Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 EIectra Glide Classic (with sidecar) Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Harley-Davidson for the touring motorcycle segment, the 1982 Harley-Davidson FLHC 1340 EIectra Glide Classic (with sidecar) features a 1337 cc (81.6 cu in) air-cooled engine configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 67 HP (48.9 kW) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 50.1 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the FLHC 1340 EIectra Glide Classic (with sidecar) measures 450 kg (992 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.15 HP/kg (6.72 kg per horsepower). The 19-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 125 km/h (78 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1981 to 1982, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.