Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special - 2017 Specifications and Reviews
The 2017 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special is a heavyweight touring cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and technology. Its distinctive front fairing with integrated windshield, cruise control, and premium infotainment system make it ideal for extended highway journeys. Known for its smooth handling and classic American cruiser styling, it combines touring capability with iconic Harley character.
General information | |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2017 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Chrome, 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers |
| Greenhouse gases | 120.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 5.20 litres/100 km (19.2 km/l or 45.23 mpg) |
| Driveline | Chain, 34/46 ratio primary drive |
| Clutch | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. ESPFI |
| Bore x Stroke | 100.0 x 111.3 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches) |
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Torque | 150.00 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) @ 3250 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 90.00 Horsepower">HP (65.7 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 5450 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine details | Integrated Oil-Cooler |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Enforcer Cast Aluminum |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. 4-piston |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. 4-piston |
| Rear tyre | 180/65-B16 |
| Front tyre | 130/70-B19 |
| Rear Suspension | Twin shocks |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Trail | 173 mm (6.8 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.0° |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 3.80 litres (0.25 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 22.71 litres (6.00 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,625 mm (64.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,430 mm (95.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 685 mm (27.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2419 HP/kg |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 388.0 kg (855.4 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 372.0 kg (820.1 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Comments | Small windshield. Cruise control. Alarm. Infotainment. |
| Carrying capacity | Saddle bags |
| Light | 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) |
| 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 |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Black Denim, Velocity Red Sunglo, Vivid Black, Superior Blue, Olive Gold, Laguna Orange, Hard Candy Hot Rod Red Flake, Hard Candy Mystic Purple Flake, Hard Candy Black Gold Flake |






































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