Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide - 1980 Specifications and Reviews

The 1980 Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide is a heavyweight sport touring cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and style. Powered by a 1337cc air-cooled V-twin engine producing 70 horsepower, it pioneered the modern touring cruiser segment with its innovative rubber-mounted frame that reduced vibration. Best known for combining classic cruiser character with practical touring capabilities, it remains an icon of American motorcycle engineering.

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General information

CategorySport touring
Year1980
ModelHarley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemAir
Fuel controlOHV
Valves per cylinder2
Bore x stroke88.8 x 108.0 mm (3.5 x 4.3 inches)
Compression7.4:1
Power70.00
Stroke4
Engine typeV2
Capacity:1337.00 ccm (81.58 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Weight incl. oil, gas, etc355.0 kg (782.6 pounds)

Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide dimensions and frame

Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakesDual disc
Rear tyre dimensions5.10-16
Front tyre dimensions5.10-16

Speed and acceleration

Top speed165.0 km/h (102.5 mph)

Other specs

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Fuel capacity19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

70 hp
Peak Power
6.5s
0-60 mph
102.5 mph
Top Speed

Best For

Track10%
City30%
Cornering30%
Daily Riding45%
Touring90%
Passenger85%

Rider Profile

Best ForBest suited to riders who already have experience handling heavy, long-wheelbase motorcycles at low speed.
PurposeBuilt for covering long highway distances in relaxed comfort rather than for speed or sport riding.
Rider FitIts substantial 355 kg weight and low-speed heft demand decent upper body strength and confidence in parking lot maneuvers.
CharacterA classic big-twin cruiser-tourer with a slow-revving air-cooled V2 that rewards a laid-back, unhurried riding style.
Not Ideal ForNot a good fit for riders seeking quick agility, sharp cornering response, or any off-road capability.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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