2026 Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Harley-Davidson for the touring motorcycle segment, the 2026 Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide relies on a 1977 cc engine powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 115 HP, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 1 qt. (.95 l ) gearbox and belt, 32/68 ratio final drive. With a specific output of 58.2 HP per liter, 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 838 kg (1847 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.14 HP/kg (7.29 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 26 mm (1.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 64 mm (2.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 6-liter (1.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
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
58.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.14 HP/kg (7.29 kg/HP)
Standover Height
26 mm (1.1 in)
Engine
Displacement1977 cc
Engine DetailsFLHXSE CVO Street Glide
Power115 HP
Torque138 ft-lb
Compression11.4:1
Valves/CylinderPushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; four valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemElectronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) 3
Transmission
Gearbox1 qt. (.95 l )
Final DriveBelt, 32/68 ratio
ClutchMechanically actuated 10 plate wet, Assist and Slip
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
Trail6.7 in. (170 mm)
Front Suspension47 mm Inverted 1×1 Front Forks
Rear SuspensionDual adjustable emulsions suspension with remote preload adjustment on the left shock, and threaded preload on the right shock
Wheelbase64 in. (1,625 mm)
Ground Clearance5.5 in. (140 mm)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.838 lb
Seat Height26.7 in
Fuel Capacity6 gal
Other
Starter1.6 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Suspension
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Transmission
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