2021 Harley-Davidson CVO Tri Glide Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Harley-Davidson's touring motorcycle platform, the 2021 Harley-Davidson CVO Tri Glide features a 1917.4 cc (117 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 105 HP (76.6 kW) at 5,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 169.5 Nm (125 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 54.8 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 Tri Glide measures 575.6 kg (1269 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.18 HP/kg (5.48 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 658 mm (25.9 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,670 mm (65.7 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 22.71-liter (6 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.88 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 386 km (240 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2020 to 2021, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
54.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.18 HP/kg (5.48 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,750–5,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~386 km (240 mi)
Engine
Displacement1917.4 ccm (117.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin-Cooled™ Milwaukee-Eight® 117
Power105.0 HP (76.6 kW)) @ 5000 RPM
Torque169.5 Nm (17.3 kgf-m or 125.0 ft.lbs) @ 3750 RPM
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke102.0 x 114.3 mm (4.0 x 4.5 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
DrivelineChain, 34/46 ratio primary drive
Performance
Fuel Consumption5.88 litres/100 km (17.0 km/l or 40.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases136.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust2-1-2 dual exhaust with slash cut tip
Chassis
Rake26.0°
Trail100 mm (3.9 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Wheelbase1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/60-B19
Rear Tyre215/45-R18
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. 4-piston
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. Integrated park brake.
WheelsGloss Black and Contrast Clear Tomahawk. Two rear wheels.
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight562.0 kg (1,239.0 pounds)
Weight incl.575.6 kg (1,269.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1868 HP/kg
Seat Height658 mm (25.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity4.70 litres (4.97 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsSunset Orange/Sunset Black, Charred Crimson Red
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 running lights, directional light bar, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, cruise control, speakers, accessory, security system (optional), 6 speed, low fuel warning, reverse enabled
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Power
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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.
