Touring Motorcycles
1981Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide
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The 1981 Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide is a heavyweight cruiser-touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and stability. Powered by a 1337cc V-twin engine delivering 70 horsepower, it pioneered the rubber-mounted frame concept to reduce vibration. Best known for its smooth riding experience and excellent weight distribution, it became the foundation for modern Harley touring bikes.
- Capacity
- 1337.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 355.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 70.0 HP (51.5 kW) @ 5800 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for covering long highway distances in relaxed comfort rather than for speed or sport riding.
- Built for
- A classic big-twin cruiser-tourer with a slow-revving air-cooled V2 that rewards a laid-back, unhurried riding style.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking quick agility, sharp cornering response, or any off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1337.0 ccm
- Power
- 70.0 HP (51.5 kW) @ 5800 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1972 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 88.8 x 108.0 mm
- Compression
- 7.4:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 165.0 km/h (102.5 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- MT 90-16
- Rear tyre
- MT 90-16
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 1980 | 1981 | 1982 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1337 cc | 1337 cc | 1337 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 19 L | 19 L | 19 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide?
The 1981 Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide has a Capacity of 1337.0 ccm (81.59 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide have?
The 1981 Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide has a Power of 70.0 HP (51.5 kW) @ 5800 RPM.
How many gears does the Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide have?
The 1981 Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide weigh?
The 1981 Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide has a Wet weight of 355.0 kg (782.6 pounds).
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