Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with Sidecar) (reduced Effect) - 1988 Specifications and Reviews
The 1988 Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 with sidecar is a classic cruiser designed for riders seeking comfortable, leisurely touring with a passenger or cargo capacity. Its air-cooled V-twin engine and relaxed ergonomics make it ideal for traditional cruiser enthusiasts who prioritize style and stability over performance.
1988
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 1988 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 (with sidecar) (reduced effect) |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | OHV |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x stroke | 88.8 x 108.0 mm (3.5 x 4.3 inches) |
| Compression | 8.5:1 |
| Power | 50.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 1337.00 ccm (81.58 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Dual disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | MT90-16T |
| Front tyre dimensions | MT90-16T |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Fuel capacity | 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
50 hp
Peak Power
12.5s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track5%
City30%
Cornering10%
Daily Riding45%
Touring60%
Passenger75%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a rig for experienced riders, since a sidecar-equipped Harley behaves like a completely different, three-wheeled machine that demands specific training and unlearning of normal countersteering habits. |
| Purpose | Built for stately, low-speed cruising and hauling a passenger or gear in the sidecar rather than for any kind of spirited or fast riding. |
| Rider Fit | Riding this outfit is physically demanding in a different way than a solo bike, requiring strong arms and constant steering input to counteract the sidecar's pull, though the seating position itself is relaxed. |
| Character | A charismatic, old-school touring rig with a slow-revving air-cooled V-twin thump, more about presence and companionship on the road than outright performance. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for riders wanting agile cornering, quick acceleration, or any off-road capability, as the sidecar and modest power make it strictly a leisurely straight-line and highway machine. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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