Engineered by Harley-Davidson for the touring motorcycle segment, the 2016 Harley-Davidson CVO Limited utilizes a 1801 cc (109.9 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 96.6 HP (70.5 kW) at 5,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 156 Nm (115.1 lb-ft) at 3,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 53.6 HP per liter and a 1,250 rpm working window between peak torque (3,750 rpm) and peak power (5,000 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the CVO Limited measures 433 kg (955 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.22 HP/kg (4.48 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 740 mm (29.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,625 mm (64 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 22.71-liter (6 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.6 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 406 km (252 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 8 indexed model years from 2014 to 2021, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
53.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.22 HP/kg (4.48 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,750–5,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~406 km (252 mi)
Engine
Displacement1801.0 ccm (109.90 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin-Cooled™ Twin Cam 110™
Power96.6 HP (70.5 kW)) @ 5000 RPM
Torque156.0 Nm (15.9 kgf-m or 115.1 ft.lbs) @ 3750 RPM
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke101.6 x 111.1 mm (4.0 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
LubricationDry sump
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
DrivelineChain, 34/46 ratio primary drive
Performance
Fuel Consumption5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases129.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustChrome dual exhaust with 4 in. touring mufflers and touring muffler shields
Chassis
Rake26.0°
Trail170 mm (6.7 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionTwin shocks
Wheelbase1625 mm (64.0 inches)
Ground Clearance135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/80-17
Rear Tyre180/65-16
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS, 4-piston
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS, 4-piston
WheelsMirror Chrome Slicer Custom Wheel
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight416.0 kg (917.1 pounds)
Weight incl.433.0 kg (954.6 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2321 HP/kg
Seat Height740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2600 mm (102.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsPalladiuum Silver/Phantom Blue, Carbon Dust/Electrical Red Pearl, Charcoal Slate/Palladium Silver
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Suspension
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Transmission
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