Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special - 2018 Specifications and Reviews
The 2018 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special is a heavyweight touring cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking premium comfort and technology. Known for its distinctive batwing fairing, advanced infotainment system, and stable handling on highways, it combines classic cruiser styling with modern conveniences like cruise control and optional ABS. This machine excels at delivering smooth, confident touring performance across varied terrain.
General information | |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2018 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Black, 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers |
| Greenhouse gases | 136.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 5.90 litres/100 km (16.9 km/l or 39.87 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 111.1 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 | 89.00 Horsepower">HP (65.0 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 5450 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine details | Milwaukee-Eight® 107 |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
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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 | 180/55-B18 |
| Front tyre | 130/60-B19 |
| Rear Suspension | Twin shocks |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Trail | 173 mm (6.8 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.0° |
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 | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,430 mm (95.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 695 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2392 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 | Vivid Black, Wicked Red, Bonneville Salt Pearl, Hard Candy Hot Rod Red Flake |
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