Touring Motorcycles
2016Harley-Davidson Street Glide
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The 2016 Harley-Davidson Street Glide is a heavyweight cruiser designed for long-distance touring riders seeking premium comfort and style. Known for its distinctive batwing fairing, saddlebags, and commanding presence, it excels at highway cruising with its low seat height, cruise control, and generous fuel capacity for extended journeys.
- Capacity
- 1688.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 353.0 kg
- Seat height
- 715 mm
- Power
- 85.8 HP (62.6 kW) @ 5000 RPM
What’s new for the 2016 Harley-Davidson Street Glide
vs the 2015| Spec | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat height | 663 mm (26.1 inches) | 715 mm (28.1 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Optional ABS. 2-piston | Single disc. Optional ABS. 4-piston |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for long-distance highway touring with a commanding, stable ride rather than quick sporty handling.
- Built for
- A confident, laid-back cruiser-tourer personality that favors relaxed torque delivery, long-haul comfort, and classic V-twin presence over outright speed or nimbleness.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking lightweight agility, off-road capability, or a sharp cornering experience.
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 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.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1688.0 ccm
- Power
- 85.8 HP (62.6 kW) @ 5000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 146 CO2 g/km
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 6.20 L/100km (37.9 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 5.0 CO 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
- 0.2431 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 98.4 x 111.3 mm
- Compression
- 9.7:1
- Cooling system
- Oil & air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- 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
- 2450 mm
- Seat height
- 715 mm
- Dry weight
- 353.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 371.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.70 litres
- Ground clearance
- 135 mm
- Oil capacity
- 3.80 litres
- Carrying capacity
- Saddle bags
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Twin shocks
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 170 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
- Olive Gold, Hard Candy Gold Flake, Hard Candy Black Gold Flake, Crushed Ice Pearl, Superial Blue, Vivid Black, Black Denim, Charcoal Satin, Amber Whiskey.
- Comments
- Windshield. Cruse control.
- 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 | 2013 | 2016 | 2020 | 2023 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1688 cc | 1688 cc | 1746 cc | 1746 cc | 1923 cc |
| Dry weight | 355 kg | 353 kg | 361 kg | 361 kg | 351 kg |
| Seat height | 663 mm | 715 mm | 663 mm | 663 mm | 715 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22.7 L | 22.7 L | 22.7 L | 22.7 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 Street Glide?
The 2016 Harley-Davidson Street Glide has a Capacity of 1688.0 ccm (103.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Harley-Davidson Street Glide have?
The 2016 Harley-Davidson Street Glide has a Power of 85.8 HP (62.6 kW) @ 5000 RPM.
How many gears does the Harley-Davidson Street Glide have?
The 2016 Harley-Davidson Street Glide has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Harley-Davidson Street Glide?
The 2016 Harley-Davidson Street Glide has a Torque of 138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 101.8 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM.
How much does the Harley-Davidson Street Glide weigh?
The 2016 Harley-Davidson Street Glide has a Dry weight of 353.0 kg (778.2 pounds).
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