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Harley-Davidson Street 500 - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 Harley-Davidson Street 500 is an entry-level cruiser designed for new and returning riders seeking an accessible, manageable motorcycle. Powered by a liquid-cooled Revolution X V-Twin engine, it delivers approachable performance with 40 Nm of torque and quick acceleration. Best known as an affordable gateway into Harley ownership, the Street 500 excels in urban commuting and casual riding with its nimble handling and modern fuel injection technology.
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson Street 500 |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Black Two- into-one exhaust |
| Greenhouse gases | 85.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 3.68 litres/100 km (27.2 km/l or 63.92 mpg) |
| Driveline | Gear, 36/68 ratio primary drive |
| Clutch | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Mikuni Single Port Fuel Injection, 35 mm bore. |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 69.1 x 66.0 mm (2.7 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression | 11.0:1 |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | 4.600 seconds |
| Torque | 40.00 Nm (4.1 kgf-m or 29.5 ft.lbs) @ 3500 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine details | Liquid-cooled, Revolution X™ V-Twin |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Seat | Two-up seat |
| Wheels | Black, 7-spoke cast aluminum |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Twin piston, floating caliper |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Twin piston, floating caliper |
| Rear tyre | 140/75-R15 |
| Front tyre | 100/80-R17 |
| Rear Suspension | Dual shocks |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Trail | 114 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 32.0° |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 3.10 litres (0.20 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 13.25 litres (3.50 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,534 mm (60.4 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,225 mm (87.6 inches) |
| Seat height | 653 mm (25.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 221.8 kg (489.0 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 206.4 kg (455.0 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Light | High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning |
| Instruments | 3.5 inch electronic speedometer with high beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, blade key ignition and fork lock, and locking gas cap |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Superior Blue, Velocity Red Sunglo, Vivid Black, Black Denim |
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