Touring Motorcycles
2012Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic
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The 2012 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic is a full-dress tourer with Harley's batwing fairing. Its air-cooled 1690cc Twin Cam 103 makes 75 hp and 135 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and belt drive. A 693 mm seat and 19-litre tank suit long, two-up touring.
- Capacity
- 1690.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 352.0 kg
- Seat height
- 693 mm
- Power
- 75.0 HP (55.2 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 1584.0 ccm (96.66 cubic inches) | 1690.0 ccm (103.13 cubic inches) |
| Power | 68.0 HP (50.0 kW) | 75.0 HP (55.2 kW) |
| Torque | 126.0 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM | 135.0 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM |
| Wet weight | — | 413.2 kg (910.9 pounds) |
| Seat height | — | 693 mm (27.3 inches) |
| Compression | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for long-distance highway touring in comfort rather than outright speed or sporty handling.
- Built for
- A classic American cruiser with a torquey V-twin heartbeat, full touring bodywork, and a relaxed, commanding riding position.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering ability, off-road capability, or a lightweight, nimble city runabout.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate 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.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1690.0 ccm
- Power
- 75.0 HP (55.2 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 144 CO2 g/km
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 6.11 L/100km (38.5 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 2.0 CO g/km
- Torque
- 135.0 Nm (13.8 kgf-m) @ 3250 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2131 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 98.4 x 111.1 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
- 1613 mm
- Overall length
- 2476 mm
- Overall width
- 990 mm
- Seat height
- 693 mm
- Dry weight
- 352.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 413.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 19.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Oil capacity
- 3.80 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 3.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 170 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 130/80-NW17
- Rear tyre
- 180/65-NW16
Other
- 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 | 1996 | 1999 | 2007 | 2010 | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1338 cc | 1449 cc | 1584 cc | 1584 cc | 1690 cc | 1688 cc |
| Dry weight | 336 kg | 324 kg | 352 kg | 352 kg | 352 kg | 400 kg |
| Seat height | 779 mm | 692 mm | — | — | 693 mm | 693 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | — | 19 L | 19 L | 19 L | 22.7 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic?
The 2012 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic has a Capacity of 1690.0 ccm (103.13 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic have?
The 2012 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic has a Power of 75.0 HP (55.2 kW).
How many gears does the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic have?
The 2012 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic?
The 2012 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic has a Torque of 135.0 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM.
How much does the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic weigh?
The 2012 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic has a Dry weight of 352.0 kg (776.0 pounds).
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