The Harley-Davidson VRSCB V-Rod motorcycle specifications include a 1,131 cc (69.01 cu in) engine, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 280 kg (617.3 lb).
Key specifications
The 2004 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Harley-Davidson VRSCB V-Rod 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 11% lower than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 28th percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
About 11% lighter than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 34th percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
Very close to the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 24th percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
About 18% smaller than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 26th 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.
1,131 cc — larger displacement than about 28% of Harley-Davidson models.
280 kg — heavier than about 34% of Harley-Davidson models, or lighter than about 66%.
660 mm — taller than about 24% of Harley-Davidson models.
14 L — larger than about 26% of Harley-Davidson fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Harley-Davidson average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Harley-Davidson models where that dimension is available.
2,435
2,376
Close to average.
1,710
1,599
7% above average.
660
689
4% below average.
141
128
10% above average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-ZR19 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 180/55-ZR18 |
| Front tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 38 PSI (2.6 Bar or 260 kPa) |
| Engine oil | SAE 20W-50 |
| Engine oil capacity | 4.20 L (4.44 US qt) |
| Spark plug | NGK DCPR8E, NGK DCPR8EIX |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 82 km |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.39:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,131 cc (69.01 cu in) |
| Torque | 105.0 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) @ 6,600 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 100.0 x 72 mm (3.9 x 2.8 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4.0 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Sequential, single fire non-waste spark, coil on plug |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Gerotor, wet sump |
| Engine oil | SAE 20W-50 |
| Oil capacity | 4.20 L (4.44 US qt) |
| Spark plugs | NGK DCPR8E, NGK DCPR8EIX |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Nine plate wet pressure fed with integral compensation |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Steel perimeter upper frame with hydroformed main rails and bolt-on lower frame rails |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | 49mm telescopic forks |
| Rear suspension | Dual coil over adjustable shock |
| Front wheel travel | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 70 mm (2.8 inches) |
| Rake | 34.0° |
| Trail | 99 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Fork tube size | 49 mm (1.9 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. Four-piston calipers. |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Four-piston calipers. |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR19 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR18 |
| Front tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 38 PSI (2.6 Bar or 260 kPa) |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 280 kg (617.3 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 275 kg (606.3 lb) |
| Seat height | 660 mm (26.0 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,435 mm (95.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,710 mm (67.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 141 mm (5.6 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 14.00 L (3.70 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Fuel consumption | 17.00 L/100 km (5.9 km/l or 13.84 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 394.4 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Performance
| Top speed | 219.0 km/h (136.1 mph) |
|---|---|
| Power/weight ratio | 0.4182 hp/kg |
Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | Sealed,maintenance-free battery. |
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Other specifications
| Color options | Vivid black, anodised aluminum, racing orange |
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| Coolant | 2.00 L (0.53 US gal) |
| Comments | Polished, two-tone silver and black engine; hydroformed perimeter frame; black frame, calipers, brake lines, rear shock springs and hand controls; 49 mm forks raked out at 38°; 660 mm seat height; adjustable handlebars; 14-liter fuel tank under seat; aerodynamic, reflector optic headlight; radiator shroud with twin vortex air scoops |
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.