The Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special motorcycle specifications include a 1,688 cc (103.00 cu in) engine, power of 85.8 hp (62.6 kW) @ 5,000 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 385 kg (848.8 lb).
Key specifications
2015-2023Model years
1,688 ccDisplacement
85.8 hpPower
138.0 Nm @ 3,250 rpmTorque
385 kgWet weight
696 mmSeat height
22.7 LFuel tank
1,625 mmWheelbase
Model years covered
201520162017201820192020202120222023
Year-specific specification changes
The 2015 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
Bore × stroke
2017100.0 x 111.3 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches)
2018100.0 x 111.1 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches)
20192023102.0 x 114.3 mm (4.0 x 4.5 inches)
Compression ratio
2017201810.0:1
2019202310.5:1
Displacement
201720181,745 cc (106.48 cu in)
201920231,868 cc (113.99 cu in)
Dry weight
20172020372 kg (820.1 lb)
20212023371 kg (818 lb)
Front tire
2016130/70-BW18
2017130/70-B19
20182023130/60-B19
Fuel system
2020Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
20212023Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Power
201687 hp (63.5 kW) @ 5,000 rpm
201790 hp (65.7 kW) @ 5,450 rpm
2018201989 hp (65.0 kW) @ 5,450 rpm
20212022100 hp (73.0 kW) @ 5,020 rpm
Rear brakes
20162023Single disc. ABS. 4-piston
Rear tire
2017180/65-B16
20182023180/55-B18
Torque
20172018150.0 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) @ 3,250 rpm
20192020165.4 Nm (16.9 kgf-m or 122.0 ft.lbs) @ 3,000 rpm
20212023160.0 Nm (16.3 kgf-m or 118.0 ft.lbs) @ 3,250 rpm
Wet weight
20172020388 kg (855.4 lb)
20212023386.9 kg (853 lb)
Carrying capacity
20222023Saddle bags, 2.7 cu ft
Engine oil capacity
202120234.90 L (5.18 US qt)
Exhaust system
20182020Black, 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers
202120232-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers
Fuel consumption
20175.20 L/100 km (19.2 km/l or 45.23 mpg)
201820195.90 L/100 km (16.9 km/l or 39.87 mpg)
20205.47 L/100 km (18.3 km/l or 43.00 mpg)
20215.23 L/100 km (19.1 km/l or 44.98 mpg)
202220235.47 L/100 km (18.3 km/l or 43.00 mpg)
Greenhouse gases
2017120.6 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission)
20182019136.9 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission)
2020126.9 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission)
2021121.3 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission)
20222023126.9 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission)
Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,688 cc (103.00 cu in) |
| Power | 85.8 hp (62.6 kW) @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 101.8 ft.lbs) @ 3,250 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 98.4 x 111.3 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 9.7:1 |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Fuel system | Injection. ESPFI |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Dry sump |
| Oil capacity | 3.80 L (4.02 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Belt (final drive) |
| Clutch | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
Chassis and suspension
| Rake | 26.0° |
|---|---|
| Trail | 173 mm (6.8 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. 4-piston |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. 2-piston |
| Front tire | 130/70-BW19 |
| Rear tire | 180/65-BW16 |
| Wheels | Enforcer Cast Aluminum |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 385 kg (848.8 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 369 kg (813.5 lb) |
| Seat height | 696 mm (27.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,430 mm (95.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,625 mm (64.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Carrying capacity | Saddle bags |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 22.71 L (6.00 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Fuel consumption | 5.60 L/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 129.9 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Performance
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2326 hp/kg |
|---|
Electrical and instruments
| Instruments | Fairing-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer; time-of-day clock on CD player/stereo; dual trip meter; low fuel indicator light and mileage countdown feature; low oil pressure indicator light; engine diagnostics readout; LED indicator lights; 6-speed indicator light Tachometer with fuel, voltage, oil pressure and ambient air temperature gauges |
|---|---|
| Lights | High beam, running lights, front fender light, directional light bar, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, turn signals, security system (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warning, cruise control (optional), ABS (optional) |
Other specifications
| Color options | Black Denim, Amber Whiskey, Vivid Black, Superior Blue |
|---|---|
| Exhaust system | Chrome, 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers |
| Price as new | US$ 23199. Euro 25785. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | Small windshield. Cruse control. Alarm. |
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