Touring Motorcycles

2024Harley-Davidson Road Glide 3

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The 2024 Harley-Davidson Road Glide 3 is a heavyweight touring cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and classic American styling. Powered by the Milwaukee-Eight 114 V-twin engine producing 90 horsepower and 161 Nm of torque, it excels at highway cruising with its six-speed transmission and premium ergonomics. Best known for its iconic batwing fairing and smooth, low-end power delivery, this bike suits experienced riders prioritizing comfort on extended journeys.

Capacity: 1868.2 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 509.8 kg
Seat height: 673 mm
Power: 90.0 HP (65.7 kW) @ 4750 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering40%

City riding30%

Daily riding55%

Touring97%

Two-up90%

Track10%

Best for: Built for long-distance highway touring in maximum comfort, with a reverse gear and rear car tire hinting at serious loaded-luggage, two-up cruising duty.
Built for: A stately, chrome-laden road cruiser that rewards a relaxed, unhurried riding style over aggressive cornering ambition.
Not ideal for: Not for riders seeking a light, flickable bike for tight canyon carving or any form of off-road adventure.

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

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At 673mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2024 Harley-Davidson Road Glide 3, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a slightly forward 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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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: 1868.2 ccm
Power: 90.0 HP (65.7 kW) @ 4750 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 153 CO2 g/km
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 6.52 L/100km (36.1 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 1.4 CO g/km
Torque: 161.4 Nm (16.5 kgf-m) @ 2750 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.50 litres/100 km (18.2 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.1765 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 102.0 x 114.3 mm
Compression: 10.5:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

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

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1669 mm
Overall length: 2616 mm
Overall width: 1405 mm
Seat height: 673 mm
Dry weight: 509.8 kg
Wet weight: 527.5 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.70 litres
Ground clearance: 125 mm
Oil capacity: 4.70 litres
Carrying capacity: Hard saddle bags, 2.0 cu ft volume

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: 49mm Dual Bending Valve.
Rear suspension: Twin shocks. Premium Low Hand-Adjustable Rear Suspension.
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 101 mm
Fork tube size: 49 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. 4-piston
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake). ABS
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 130/70-B19
Rear tyre: 215/45-R18

Other

Color options: Vivid Black, Bright Billiard Blue, Gray Haze
Comments: Trike. Small windshield. Traction control. Cruise control. Infotainment. USB. Bluetooth. Wind Tunnel tested body-mounted Shark fairing.
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.