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
The 1997 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
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.
About 14% lower than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 37th percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
Very close to the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 61st percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
Very close to the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 72nd percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
About 9% larger than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 47th percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
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.
55 hp — more powerful than about 37% of Harley-Davidson models with power data.
1,338 cc — larger displacement than about 61% of Harley-Davidson models.
704 mm — taller than about 72% of Harley-Davidson models.
18.5 L — larger than about 47% of Harley-Davidson fuel tanks in this database.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 100/90-´19 |
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| 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 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
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| 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 |
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| Final drive | Belt (final drive) |
Chassis and suspension
| Front suspension | 39mm stanchions |
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| 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 |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 100/90-´19 |
| Rear tire | 130/90-´16 |
Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight | 282 kg (621.7 lb) |
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| Seat height | 704 mm (27.7 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 18.50 L (4.89 US gal) |
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Performance
| Top speed | 165.0 km/h (102.5 mph) |
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| Power/weight ratio | 0.1950 hp/kg |
Electrical and instruments
| Battery | YB16HL-A-CX |
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| Electrical | 12V, 20 Ah battery. |
Other specifications
| Color options | Red, blue, black |
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| 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.