1989Harley-Davidson FLHS 1340 Electra Glide Sport

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The 1989 Harley-Davidson FLHS 1340 Electra Glide Sport is a heavyweight cruiser built for long-distance touring and classic American riding. Its 1340cc air-cooled V-twin engine delivers comfortable power for highway cruising, while the Sport trim emphasizes a more aggressive stance. Best suited for experienced riders seeking traditional Harley character with touring capability.

Capacity: 1337.0 ccm
Engine: V -Twin twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Wet weight: 343.0 kg
Seat height: Not on record
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Power: 65.0 HP

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What’s new for the 1989 Harley-Davidson FLHS 1340 Electra Glide Sport

vs the 1988

Spec	1988	1989
Engine capacity	1337.00 ccm (81.58 cubic inches)	1337.0 ccm (81.59 cubic inches)
Power	65.00 HP	65.0 HP
Fuel capacity	19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)	19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons)

Other years 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering30%

City riding40%

Daily riding55%

Touring85%

Two-up70%

Track10%

Best for: Built for relaxed highway touring and long-distance cruising rather than outright speed or sport riding.
Built for: A classic air-cooled V-twin cruiser with a laid-back, torque-driven character and traditional Harley touring feel.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or high-speed sport performance.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1337.0 ccm
Power: 65.0 HP
Engine type: V -Twin twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1895 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 88.8 x 108.0 mm
Compression: 8.5:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 2
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt

Dimensions & weight

Wet weight: 343.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 19.00 litres
Seat height: Not on record - add it
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Rear brakes: Single disc
Front tyre: MT90-16T
Rear tyre: MT90-16T

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	1987	1988	1989	1990	1991	1992
Capacity	1340.00 ccm (81.77 cubic inches)	1337.00 ccm (81.58 cubic inches)	1337.00 ccm (81.58 cubic inches)	1337.00 ccm (81.58 cubic inches)	1337.00 ccm (81.58 cubic inches)	1337.00 ccm (81.58 cubic inches)
Fuel capacity	—	19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)	19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)	19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)	19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)	19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)