1968 Harley-Davidson FLH Electra Glide

Harley-Davidson FLH Electra Glide
Picture credits: Les aka rider. Click for large image of the 1968 Harley-Davidson FLH Electra Glide

General motorcycle information

Model
Harley-Davidson FLH Electra Glide
Year
1968
Category
Touring
Rating

Engine and transmission

Displacement
74.00 cubic inches (1212.7 ccm)
Engine type
V2, 4 stroke
Power
60.0 horsepowers (44.7 kiloWatts) at 5200 RPM
Torque
70.01 pound-foot/lbf-ft (94.92 Nm / 9.68 kgf-m) at 4000 RPM
Compression
8:1
Bore x stroke
5.33 x 6.16 inches (87.3 x 101.0 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
4-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Electric and kick
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
160.0 kmh (99.4 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
5.10-16
Rear tyre
5.10-16
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
783.0 pounds (355.2 kg)
Seat height
47.6 inches (780 mm)
Wheelbase
91.5 inches (1500 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
4.23 gallons (16.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information