Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible Specs (Top Speed | Horsepower | Weight)

The Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible motorcycle specifications include a 1,338 cc (81.64 cu in) engine, power of 55 hp (40.1 kW) @ 5,000 rpm, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 282 kg (621.7 lb).

Key specifications

1997-1998Model years
1,338 ccDisplacement
55 hpPower
97.0 Nm @ 2,350 rpmTorque
282 kgDry weight
704 mmSeat height
18.5 LFuel tank
Model years covered
19971998
Year-specific specification changes

The 1997 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.

Front brakes
1998Double disc
Front tire
1998100/90-19
Rear tire
1998130/90-HB16
Fork tube size
199839 mm (1.5 inches)
Power/weight ratio
19980.1986 hp/kg

How the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible compares

This compares the motorcycle with all Harley-Davidson models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Harley-Davidson database average.

Engine power55 hp
Low 19.3 hpAverage 63.9 hpHigh 119.7 hp

About 14% lower than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 37th percentile across Harley-Davidson models.

Displacement1,338 cc
Low 165 ccAverage 1,275 ccHigh 1,868 cc

Very close to the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 61st percentile across Harley-Davidson models.

Seat height704 mm
Low 622 mmAverage 689 mmHigh 780 mm

Very close to the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 72nd percentile across Harley-Davidson models.

Fuel capacity18.5 L
Low 7.9 LAverage 17 LHigh 22.7 L

About 9% larger than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 47th percentile across Harley-Davidson models.

This model Harley-Davidson database average

Harley-Davidson database percentile rankings

Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Harley-Davidson specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.

Engine power37th

55 hp — more powerful than about 37% of Harley-Davidson models with power data.

Displacement61st

1,338 cc — larger displacement than about 61% of Harley-Davidson models.

Seat height72nd

704 mm — taller than about 72% of Harley-Davidson models.

Fuel capacity47th

18.5 L — larger than about 47% of Harley-Davidson fuel tanks in this database.

Mechanical overview

Engine layout snapshot

V2, four-stroke • 1,338 cc • Air cooled • 55 hp
Chassis snapshot

Seat 704 mm
5-speed • Belt (final drive) • 100/90-´19 front / 130/90-´16 rear

Additional useful specifications

Front tire size 100/90-´19
Rear tire size 130/90-´16
Engine oil SAE 20W-50
Engine oil capacity 2.80 L (2.96 US qt)
Spark plug NGK BPR5ES-11
Power-to-weight ratio 0.195 hp/kg
Power-to-weight 195.0 hp/tonne
Specific power 41.1 hp/L
Bore/stroke ratio 0.82:1 (Undersquare)

Model information

Category Custom / cruiser

Engine specifications

Engine type V2, four-stroke
Displacement 1,338 cc (81.64 cu in)
Power 55 hp (40.1 kW) @ 5,000 rpm
Torque 97.0 Nm (9.9 kgf-m or 71.5 ft.lbs) @ 2,350 rpm
Bore × stroke 88.8 x 108 mm (3.5 x 4.3 inches)
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Valves per cylinder 2.0
Cooling system Air
Fuel system Carburettor. 40mm Keihin CV
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition Single-fire, non-wasted, map-controlled spark ignition
Starter Electric
Engine oil SAE 20W-50
Oil capacity 2.80 L (2.96 US qt)
Spark plugs NGK BPR5ES-11

Transmission and drivetrain

Gearbox 5-speed
Final drive Belt (final drive)

Chassis and suspension

Front suspension 39mm stanchions
Rear suspension Dual dampers, adjustable for preload
Front wheel travel 175 mm (6.9 inches)
Rear wheel travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Fork tube size 41 mm (1.6 inches)

Brakes, wheels and tires

Front brakes Single disc
Rear brakes Single disc
Front tire 100/90-´19
Rear tire 130/90-´16

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight 282 kg (621.7 lb)
Seat height 704 mm (27.7 inches)

Fuel and emissions

Fuel capacity 18.50 L (4.89 US gal)

Performance

Top speed 165.0 km/h (102.5 mph)
Power/weight ratio 0.1950 hp/kg

Electrical and instruments

Battery YB16HL-A-CX
Electrical 12V, 20 Ah battery.

Other specifications

Color options Red, blue, black
Brake fluid DOT 5 Silicone

Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Harley-Davidson models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Harley-Davidson information before relying on them. Visit the official Harley-Davidson website.