2011 Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Harley-Davidson's touring motorcycle lineup, the 2011 Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide utilizes a 1584 cc (96.7 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 126 Nm (92.9 lb-ft) at 3,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 95.3 x 111.1 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches).
On the scales, the FLHX Street Glide measures 372.9 kg (822 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 715 mm (28.1 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 22.7-liter (6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 2006 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Torque126.0 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
Bore x Stroke95.3 x 111.1 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. ESPFI
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Clutch9-plate, wet
DrivelinePrimary Drive: Chain, 34/46 ratio. Final Drive: 32/68 ratio
Performance
Exhaust2-1-2 chrome exhaust with dual mufflers and slash-down end caps
Chassis
Frame TypeMild steel; tubular frame; two-piece stamped and welded backbone; cast and forged junctions; twin downtubes; bolt-on rear frame with forged fender supports; MIG welded
Rake26.0°
Trail170 mm (6.7 inches)
Front Suspension41.3mm telescopic, triple circuit damping
Front Travel117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionShort, air-adjustable
Rear Travel51 mm (2.0 inches)
Wheelbase1625 mm (64.0 inches)
Ground Clearance125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/70-B18
Rear Tyre180/65-B16
Front BrakesDouble disc. 4-piston fixed caliper
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. 4-piston fixed caliper
Rear Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
WheelsBlack, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight356.1 kg (785.0 pounds)
Weight incl.372.9 kg (822.0 pounds)
Seat Height715 mm (28.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2430 mm (95.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.70 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsVivid Black, Scarlet Red, Merlot Sunglo, Sedona Orange, Black Denim, White Hot Denim, Psychedelic Purple/Vivid Black, Apple Green/Vivid Black
InstrumentsFairing-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer; time-of-day clock on CD player/stereo; dual trip meter; low fuel indicator light and mileage countdown feature; low oil pressure indicator light; engine diagnostics readout; LED indicator lights; 6-spe
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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.
