Touring Motorcycles

2016Harley-Davidson Road Glide

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The 2016 Harley-Davidson Road Glide is a full-size touring cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and stability. Known for its distinctive batwing fairing and low-slung chassis, it delivers classic cruiser character with touring capability. The bike excels on highway miles with its spacious seating, generous fuel capacity, and composed handling across varied terrain.

Capacity: 1450.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 368.8 kg
Seat height: 696 mm
Power: 85.8 HP (62.6 kW) @ 5000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2016 Harley-Davidson Road Glide

vs the 2015

Spec	2015	2016
Seat height	663 mm (26.1 inches)	696 mm (27.4 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc. Optional ABS. 2-piston	Single disc. Optional ABS. 4-piston

Other years 1998 1999 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 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 & trail5%

Cornering45%

City riding35%

Daily riding55%

Touring95%

Two-up85%

Track10%

Best for: It's built for covering long interstate miles in comfort with a fairing-mounted stereo and storage rather than for quick errands or sport riding.
Built for: It delivers a torquey, unhurried V-twin cruising experience wrapped in Harley's signature bagger touring style.
Not ideal for: It's not for riders seeking nimble cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable ride.

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 696mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Harley-Davidson Road Glide, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 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: 1450.0 ccm
Power: 85.8 HP (62.6 kW) @ 5000 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 130 CO2 g/km
Torque: 138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m) @ 3250 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2326 HP/kg (dry)
Compression: 9.7:1
Cooling system: Oil & air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

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

Performance

Top speed: 155.0 km/h (96.3 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1625 mm
Overall length: 2450 mm
Seat height: 696 mm
Dry weight: 368.8 kg
Wet weight: 385.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.70 litres
Ground clearance: 135 mm
Oil capacity: 3.80 litres
Carrying capacity: Hard saddle bags

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Twin shocks
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 173 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Optional ABS. 4-piston
Rear brakes: Single disc. Optional ABS. 4-piston
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 130/70-BW18
Rear tyre: 180/65-BW16

Other

Color options: Black Denim, Amber Whiskey, Vivid Black, Mysterious Red Sunglo
Comments: Small windshield. Cruse control.

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	1998	2010	2015	2016	2021	2026
Capacity	1338 cc	1584 cc	1450 cc	1450 cc	1746 cc	1923 cc
Dry weight	324 kg	355 kg	369 kg	369 kg	372 kg	364 kg
Seat height	684 mm	684 mm	663 mm	696 mm	658 mm	676 mm
Fuel capacity	—	—	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L