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Harley-Davidson Softail 1340 Softail

Batteries for Harley-Davidson Softail 1340 Softail 45 hp (petrol, from 1987)

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Which battery does a Harley-Davidson Softail 1340 Softail need?

Specifications and battery: 1340 Softail (45 hp)

Harley-Davidson Softail 1340 Softail (45 hp, petrol, from 1987): depending on the equipment, it takes a conventional 19 Ah, 240 A battery (176 × 101 × 156 mm) or a 18 Ah, 250 A AGM battery (177 × 88 × 156 mm). Measure your current battery before choosing.

Recommended battery for this engine Motorcycle battery Varta YB16-B (519012019) 12V 19Ah 240A €148.50 incl. VAT
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Brand
Harley-Davidson
Model
Softail
Built
1987 - 2026
Fuel
Petrol
Cylinders
2
Drive
Belts

Battery for this engine

VersionTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Size (L×W×H)Polarity
Depending on equipment 1Conventional19 Ah240 A176 × 101 × 156 mm+ on the left
Depending on equipment 2AGM18 Ah250 A177 × 88 × 156 mm+ on the right

This engine shares its battery with the 1340 Softail (58 hp), 1340 Softail (64 hp), 1340 Softail Custom (45 hp) and 1340 Softail Custom (58 hp): the compatible batteries are exactly the same.

Data: vehicle specifications and the battery manufacturer's application catalogue.

EFB, AGM or conventional for this engine?

Rule of thumb for the Harley-Davidson Softail 1340 Softail: fit the same technology as the original or better (conventional → EFB → AGM), with equal or higher capacity and cold cranking amps, and respect the size and terminal position of around 19 Ah.

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Battery analysis for your Harley-Davidson Softail 1340 Softail

Quick answer Depending on the equipment, your motorbike uses one of these two main batteries: ordinary lead-acid 19 Ah (176×101×156 mm), for which we recommend VARTA YB16-B, or AGM 18 Ah (177×88×156 mm): VARTA YTX20L-BS. Before buying, check the Ah on your current battery's label or measure its length.

Batteries in your Harley-Davidson Softail 1340 Softail

MainDepends on equipmentSee all in the list →

Measure the width of yours: 101 or 88 mm

Our recommendation
VARTA YB16-B
VARTA YB16-B
ordinary lead-acid19 Ah240 A
176 × 101 × 156 mm
€148.50Buy
Alternative
VARTA YTX20L-BS
VARTA YTX20L-BS
AGM18 Ah250 A
177 × 88 × 156 mm
€53.60Buy

Prices and availability updated on 29/10/2026

Based on the batteries we found for your vehicle, our experts help you pick the right one.

📋 What we found

For your Harley-Davidson Softail 1340 Softail we found 10 compatible batteries. This list includes 8 AGM or EFB batteries and 2 conventional batteries.

📏 Battery size

The list contains batteries in different sizes or capacities (Ah). In many cases both variants fit, but it's worth checking your compartment dimensions and the Ah of your original battery before buying. Choose the one with the same dimensions as your current battery: a bigger one may not fit the compartment or the hold-down. If several match your size, the higher capacity gives more headroom for cold starts.

📊 View AGM vs EFB vs Conventional — full comparison

⭐ Our recommendation

Our recommendation

For your Harley-Davidson Softail 1340 Softail we recommend the VARTA YB16-B (ordinary lead-acid, 19 Ah). Varta is the world's leading manufacturer of starter batteries and supplies first-equipment (OEM) batteries to the major European car makers.

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AGM / EFB batteries

AGM or EFB technology batteries: more charge cycles, faster recovery and a longer life than a conventional battery.

8 products AGM or EFB technology batteries: more charge cycles, faster recovery and a longer life than a conventional battery.
Category Make Reference Capacity Cold cranking Dimensions Technology Price
AGM / EFB batteries VARTA 518901025 18 Ah 250 A 177×88×156 mm AGM €53.60 More info
AGM / EFB batteries VARTA 518918032 18 Ah 320 A 175×87×154 mm AGM €83.19 More info
AGM / EFB batteries EXIDE ETX20HL-BS 18 Ah 270 A 175×90×155 mm AGM €56.40 More info
AGM / EFB batteries MOTOBATT MBTX20UHD 21 Ah 310 A 175×87×155 mm Quadflex €149.20 More info
AGM / EFB batteries VARTA 518909027 18 Ah 270 A 175×87×154 mm AGM €93.20 More info
AGM / EFB batteries MOTOBATT MBTX20U 21 Ah 310 A 175×87×155 mm Quadflex €149.20 More info
AGM / EFB batteries VARTA 518902025 18 Ah 250 A 177×88×156 mm AGM €112.60 More info
AGM / EFB batteries EXIDE AGM12-19 18 Ah 270 A 175×90×155 mm AGM €79.10 More info

Conventional batteries

Standard lead-acid batteries.

2 products Standard lead-acid batteries.
Category Make Reference Capacity Cold cranking Dimensions Technology Price
Conventional batteries VARTA 519012024 19 Ah 240 A 176×101×156 mm Conventional €148.50 More info
Conventional batteries EXIDE EB16-B 19 Ah 190 A 175×100×155 mm Conventional €72.40 More info

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Frequently asked questions

Harley-Davidson Softail 1340 Softail (45 hp, petrol, from 1987): depending on the equipment, it takes a conventional 19 Ah, 240 A battery (176 × 101 × 156 mm) or a 18 Ah, 250 A AGM battery (177 × 88 × 156 mm). Measure your current battery before choosing. We found 10 compatible batteries priced between 53,60€ — 149,20€. Check dimensions and positive terminal position before purchasing.
Motorcycles can use GEL, AGM, or conventional batteries. GEL batteries are ideal for occasional use. AGM batteries are the best option for heavy use or high-power motorcycles. Always check the polarity before installation.
Polarity indicates which side has the positive (+) terminal. This is critical for motorcycles because some models have the positive terminal on the left and others on the right. Check the label on your current battery or the manufacturer's manual.
Yes. First disconnect the negative (−) wire and then the positive (+) wire. When installing the new one, connect the positive (+) wire first and then the negative (−) wire. Always respect the correct polarity.
Use the search tool by selecting your vehicle's make and model. Our system automatically filters compatible part numbers verified by our technicians. If you have any questions, contact us via WhatsApp.
All our batteries come with the legal guarantee provided by consumer law against manufacturing defects. If a battery has a manufacturing defect, it will be replaced at no cost to the user.
Under normal circumstances, batteries usually arrive within 1 to 2 days of ordering. However, there are some cases where delivery may take a little longer: peak seasons (Black Friday, Christmas, etc.), palletized shipments, occasional stock shortages, etc.

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