Touring Motorcycles

2017Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special

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The 2017 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special is a heavyweight touring cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking premium comfort and advanced technology. Known for its commanding presence, electronic windshield, integrated infotainment system, and extensive lighting package, this bike excels at highway cruising while providing classic Harley styling and dependable cruiser performance for experienced riders.

Capacity: 1746.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 361.0 kg
Seat height: 685 mm
Power: 90.0 HP (65.7 kW) @ 5450 RPM

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What’s new for the 2017 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special

vs the 2016

Spec	2016	2017
Engine capacity	1688.0 ccm (103.01 cubic inches)	1746.0 ccm (106.55 cubic inches)
Power	87.0 HP (63.5 kW) @ 5100 RPM	90.0 HP (65.7 kW) @ 5450 RPM
Torque	138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 101.8 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM	150.0 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM
Dry weight	356.0 kg (784.8 pounds)	361.0 kg (795.9 pounds)
Wet weight	372.0 kg (820.1 pounds)	376.0 kg (828.9 pounds)
Seat height	695 mm (27.4 inches)	685 mm (27.0 inches)
Compression	9.7:1	10.0:1

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

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering40%

City riding45%

Daily riding65%

Touring95%

Two-up85%

Track15%

Best for: Built primarily for long-distance highway touring with a batwing fairing, hard saddlebags, and integrated infotainment for all-day comfort.
Built for: A classic American cruiser-tourer character, delivering a relaxed, torque-rich V-twin rumble rather than outright speed or sharp cornering agility.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sporty cornering performance, lightweight agility, or any off-road capability.

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

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 685mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2017 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special, 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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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: 1746.0 ccm
Power: 90.0 HP (65.7 kW) @ 5450 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 142 CO2 g/km
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 6.05 L/100km (38.9 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 2.1 CO g/km
Torque: 150.0 Nm (15.3 kgf-m) @ 3250 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.20 litres/100 km (19.2 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2493 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 111.3 mm
Compression: 10.0:1
Cooling system: Oil & 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: 1625 mm
Overall length: 2425 mm
Seat height: 685 mm
Dry weight: 361.0 kg
Wet weight: 376.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.70 litres
Ground clearance: 125 mm
Oil capacity: 4.90 litres
Carrying capacity: 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. ABS. 4-piston
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. 4-piston
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 130/70-B19
Rear tyre: 180/65-B16

Other

Color options: Vivid Black, Black Denim, Superior Blue, Charcoal Denim, Velocity Red Sunglo, Crushed Ice Pearl, Laguna Orange, Hard Candy Black Gold Flake, Hard Candy Hot Rod Red Flake, Hard Candy Mystic Purple Flake
Comments: Windshield. Cruise control. Alarm. Infotainment.
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	2017	2019	2022	2024
Capacity	1688 cc	1746 cc	1868 cc	1868 cc	1868 cc
Dry weight	355 kg	361 kg	362 kg	359 kg	359 kg
Seat height	663 mm	685 mm	691 mm	663 mm	663 mm
Fuel capacity	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L