2006Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide

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The 2006 Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide is a full-dress cruiser designed for long-distance touring and highway riding. Known for its iconic batwing fairing, integrated windscreen, and chrome detailing, it delivers classic American cruiser character with its air-cooled 1442cc V-twin engine. This bike suits experienced riders seeking comfort and style on extended journeys.

Capacity: 1442.2 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 337.9 kg
Seat height: 668 mm
Power: 67.0 HP (49.3 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering30%

City riding35%

Daily riding55%

Touring95%

Two-up85%

Track5%

Best for: Built for covering long highway miles in comfort with a bold, iconic American V-twin presence rather than for outright speed or sport handling.
Built for: A classic bagger persona: torque-rich, unhurried, and styled for cruising boulevards or interstates with commanding road presence.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or a lightweight, nimble city commuter.

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At 668mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2006 Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1442.2 ccm
Power: 67.0 HP (49.3 kW)
Torque: 116.6 Nm (11.9 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1983 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 95.3 x 101.6 mm
Compression: 8.9:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1613 mm
Overall length: 2400 mm
Seat height: 668 mm
Dry weight: 337.9 kg
Wet weight: 352.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.90 litres
Ground clearance: 119 mm

Chassis & suspension

Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 157 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Rear brakes: Single disc
Front tyre: MT90-B16
Rear tyre: MU85-B16

Other

Color options: Vivid black, black cherry, black pearl, deep cobalt

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2006	2008	2009	2011	2012
Capacity	1442 cc	1573 cc	1584 cc	1584 cc	1688 cc
Dry weight	338 kg	340 kg	355 kg	356 kg	356 kg
Seat height	668 mm	668 mm	690 mm	715 mm	663 mm
Fuel capacity	18.9 L	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L