Engineered by Harley-Davidson for the touring motorcycle segment, the 2025 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide utilizes a 1983 cc (121 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 115 HP (83.9 kW) at 4,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 188.5 Nm (139 lb-ft) at 3,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 58 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (3,000 rpm) and peak power (4,500 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the CVO Road Glide measures 392.8 kg (866 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.29 HP/kg (3.42 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 678 mm (26.7 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 5.23 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 434 km (270 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2018 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
58 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.29 HP/kg (3.42 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,000–4,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~434 km (270 mi)
Engine
Displacement1983.0 ccm (121.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsMilwaukee-Eight® VVT121
Power115.0 HP (83.9 kW)) @ 4500 RPM
Torque188.5 Nm (19.2 kgf-m or 139.0 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
Compression11.4:1
Bore x Stroke103.5 x 117.5 mm (4.1 x 4.6 inches)
Valves/CylinderPushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; four valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
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 Consumption5.23 litres/100 km (19.1 km/l or 44.98 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases121.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustDual, with crossover
Chassis
Frame TypeMild steel; tubular frame, two-piece stamped and welded backbone; cast and forged junctions; twin down tubes; bolt-on rear frame with forged fender supports; MIG welded
Rake26.0°
Trail173 mm (6.8 inches)
Front Suspension47 mm Inverted 1x1 Showa Front Forks
Rear SuspensionShowa Twin shocks
Wheelbase1625 mm (64.0 inches)
Ground Clearance145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/60-B21
Rear Tyre180/55-B18
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. 4-piston
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. 4-piston
Rear Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
WheelsDunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and rear
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight375.0 kg (826.7 pounds)
Weight incl.392.8 kg (866.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.3067 HP/kg
Seat Height678 mm (26.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1315 mm (51.8 inches)
Overall Length2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Overall Width945 mm (37.2 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity4.90 litres (5.18 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlue Streak, Chrome
InstrumentsDisplay features odometer, trip A, trip B, range to empty and gear indicator; and larger tell-tale indicators.
LightHigh beam, running lights, front fender light, directional light bar, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, turn signals, security system (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warning, cruise control (optional), ABS (optional)
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
