Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special - 2021 Specifications and Reviews
The 2021 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special is a premium touring cruiser built for long-distance riders seeking comfort and commanding presence. Powered by the Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine producing 100 horsepower and 160 Nm torque, it delivers smooth, accessible performance ideal for highway cruising. Known for its distinctive batwing fairing, advanced touring features, and classic Harley character, it suits riders prioritizing comfort and style on extended journeys.
General information | |
| Price as new | 3.5 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike. |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2021 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers |
| Greenhouse gases | 121.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 5.23 litres/100 km (19.1 km/l or 44.98 mpg) |
| Driveline | Chain, 34/46 ratio primary drive |
| Clutch | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
| Transmission type | Belt (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection |
| Bore x Stroke | 102.0 x 114.3 mm (4.0 x 4.5 inches) |
| Compression | 10.5:1 |
| Torque | 160.0 Nm (16.3 kgf-m or 118.0 ft.lbs) @ 3250 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 100.0 Horsepower">HP (73.0 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 5020 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine details | Milwaukee-Eight® 114 |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1868.0 ccm (113.99 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Gloss Black Prodigy |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. 4-piston |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. 4-piston |
| Rear tire | 180/55-B18 |
| Front tire | 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 | 4.90 litres (5.18 US quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1625 mm (64.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 2430 mm (95.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 695 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2695 HP/kg |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 386.9 kg (853.0 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 371.0 kg (818.0 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 | Display features odometer, trip A, trip B, range to empty and gear indicator; and larger tell-tale indicators. |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Vivid Black, Billiard Red/Vivid Black, Billiard Teal, Midnight Crimson Red |
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