Can-Am Spyder RT-S vs Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Can-Am Spyder RT-Sstacks up against the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCan-Am Spyder RT-SHarley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic
Model year20161992
Price$26,799
Engine1330 cc1337 cc
Horsepower115 hp64 hp
Torque130 Nm
Weight459 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity7.1 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Brembo. ABS.Dual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Brembo. ABSSingle disc
Tires165/65-R15 / 225/50-R15 MT90-16T / MT90-16T

Can-Am Spyder RT-S vs Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic — which should you buy?

Picking between the Can-Am Spyder RT-S and the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Can-Am Spyder RT-S brings 115 hp in a 459 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson FLHTC 1340 Electra Glide Classic counters with 64 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: