Touring Motorcycles

2016Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra

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The 2016 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra is a heavyweight three-wheeled cruiser designed for riders seeking stability and comfort on long-distance journeys. Known for its low seat height, advanced cruise control, and reverse capability, it offers exceptional confidence for touring enthusiasts. The dual rear wheels and premium braking system deliver reliable handling for this full-featured, technology-rich luxury tourer.

Capacity: 1688.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 545.0 kg
Seat height: 720 mm
Power: 87.0 HP (63.5 kW) @ 5100 RPM

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What’s new for the 2016 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra

vs the 2015

Spec	2015	2016
Power	85.8 HP (62.6 kW) @ 5100 RPM	87.0 HP (63.5 kW) @ 5100 RPM
Dry weight	535.2 kg (1179.9 pounds)	545.0 kg (1201.5 pounds)
Wet weight	567.0 kg (1250.0 pounds)	560.0 kg (1234.6 pounds)
Seat height	688 mm (27.1 inches)	720 mm (28.3 inches)

Other years 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail3%

Cornering15%

City riding28%

Daily riding35%

Touring96%

Two-up92%

Track3%

Best for: Built for long-haul two-up touring in maximum comfort, hauling gear in its trunk and top box across highways and open roads.
Built for: A rolling luxury lounge - stable, planted, torque-rich and unhurried, delivering effortless mile-munching with no need to balance or put a foot down.
Not ideal for: Not for anyone chasing agility, canyon carving, track days, tight city filtering, or off-road use; it steers like a car, not a motorcycle.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 720mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright 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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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1688.0 ccm
Power: 87.0 HP (63.5 kW) @ 5100 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 156 CO2 g/km
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 6.63 L/100km (35.5 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 2.9 CO g/km
Torque: 138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m) @ 3250 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 6.20 litres/100 km (16.1 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.1596 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 98.4 x 111.3 mm
Compression: 9.6:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1692 mm
Overall length: 2687 mm
Seat height: 720 mm
Dry weight: 545.0 kg
Wet weight: 560.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.70 litres
Ground clearance: 119 mm
Oil capacity: 3.80 litres
Carrying capacity: Trunk and top box

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 100 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. 6 piston.
Rear brakes: Single disc
Front tyre: 130/60-21
Rear tyre: 205/65-15

Other

Color options: Purple Fire/Blackberry Smoke, Mysterious Red Sunglo/Velocity Red Sunglo, Vivid Black, Billet Silver, Deep Jade Pearl/Vivid Black, Billet Silver/Vivid Black, Cosmic Blue Pearl.
Comments: Trike. Windshield. Cruise control. Alarm.
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

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	2014	2016	2017	2020	2023	2026
Capacity	1688 cc	1688 cc	1746 cc	1868 cc	1868 cc	1868 cc
Dry weight	535 kg	545 kg	546 kg	546 kg	546 kg	544 kg
Seat height	688 mm	720 mm	735 mm	735 mm	688 mm	688 mm
Fuel capacity	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L