At the heart of the 1988 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic Electra Glide touring motorcycle, Harley-Davidson features a 1338 cc (81.6 cu in) air-cooled twin, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 63 HP (46 kW) at 5,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 82 Nm (60.5 lb-ft). With a specific output of 47.1 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 Ultra Classic Electra Glide measures 345 kg (761 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.18 HP/kg (5.48 kg per horsepower). The 19-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1988 to 2013, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
47.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.18 HP/kg (5.48 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement1338.0 ccm (81.64 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, two-stroke
Engine DetailsEvolution engine
Power63.0 HP (46.0 kW)) @ 5000 RPM
Torque82.0 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs)
Compression8.5:1
Bore x Stroke88.8 x 108.0 mm (3.5 x 4.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionElectronic
CoolingAir
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble-downtube, full-cradle box-section steel swing arm
Front SuspensionCenter-axle, 41mm tubes
Rear SuspensionDual shock absorbers, adjustable spring preload
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Power
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Torque
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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