2021 Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Harley-Davidson's touring motorcycle lineup, the 2021 Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide features a 1923 cc (117.3 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 105 HP (76.6 kW) at 5,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 170.9 Nm (126 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 54.6 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (3,750 rpm) and peak power (5,250 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the CVO Street Glide measures 392.8 kg (866 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.27 HP/kg (3.74 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 663 mm (26.1 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 5.74 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 396 km (246 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 10 indexed model years from 2015 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
54.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.27 HP/kg (3.74 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,750–5,250 rpm
Theoretical Range
~396 km (246 mi)
Engine
Displacement1923.0 ccm (117.34 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsMilwaukee-Eight® 117
Power105.0 HP (76.6 kW)) @ 5250 RPM
Torque170.9 Nm (17.4 kgf-m or 126.0 ft.lbs) @ 3750 RPM
Compression10.2:1
Bore x Stroke103.5 x 114.3 mm (4.1 x 4.5 inches)
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 Consumption5.74 litres/100 km (17.4 km/l or 40.98 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases133.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustDual, with crossover
Chassis
Rake26.0°
Trail170 mm (6.7 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionTwin shocks
Wheelbase1625 mm (64.0 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/60-B19
Rear Tyre180/55-B18
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. 4-piston
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. 4-piston
WheelsGloss Black and contrast Chrome Fugitive
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight376.9 kg (831.0 pounds)
Weight incl.392.8 kg (866.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2786 HP/kg
Seat Height663 mm (26.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2435 mm (95.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity4.70 litres (4.97 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBronze Armour, Great White Pearl, Sunset Orange/Sunset Black Fade
InstrumentsLarge speedometer and tachometer with wide numbers; large fuel and volt gauges with wide numbers; display features odometer, trip A, trip B, range to empty, and gear indicator; and larger telltale indicators, including new reverse indicator light
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
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