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Custom - Cruiser · 2023

Freewheeler

US$ 29999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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Power/Weight
0.18 hp/kg
Engine
1868 ccm

2023 Harley-Davidson Freewheeler Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Harley-Davidson's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2023 Harley-Davidson Freewheeler relies on a 1868 cc (114 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 90 HP (65.7 kW) at 4,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 48.2 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 Freewheeler measures 503.5 kg (1110 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.18 HP/kg (5.59 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 665 mm (26.2 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 5.47 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 415 km (258 miles) between fill-ups.

Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 11 indexed model years from 2015 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
48.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.18 HP/kg (5.59 kg/HP)
Theoretical Range
~415 km (258 mi)
Engine
Displacement 1868.0 ccm (113.99 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details Milwaukee-Eight™ 114
Power 90.0 HP (65.7 kW)) @ 4750 RPM
Compression 10.5:1
Bore x Stroke 102.0 x 114.3 mm (4.0 x 4.5 inches)
Fuel System Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling Oil & air
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Belt (final drive)
Clutch Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Driveline Chain, 34/46 ratio primary drive
Performance
Fuel Consumption 5.47 litres/100 km (18.3 km/l or 43.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 126.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust Shorty slash down-style chrome finish mufflers
Chassis
Rake 26.0°
Trail 101 mm (4.0 inches)
Front Suspension Telescopic fork, 49mm dual bending valve
Rear Suspension Hand-adjustable emulsion rear suspension
Wheelbase 1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Ground Clearance 125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 130/60-B19
Rear Tyre 215/45-R18
Front Brakes Double disc. 4 piston caliper. ABS.
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake). 2-piston caliper. ABS.
Wheels Cast Aluminum. Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series tires.
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 487.2 kg (1,074.0 pounds)
Weight incl. 503.5 kg (1,110.0 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.1847 HP/kg
Seat Height 665 mm (26.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2615 mm (103.0 inches)
Fuel Capacity 22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 4.70 litres (4.97 US quarts)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Vivid Black, White Sand Pearl, Bright Billiard Blue/Billiard Grey
Instruments Speedometer, fuel gauges; display features odometer, trip A, trip B, range to empty, and gear indicator
Light Dual halogen headlight 55-watt 625 lumen low beam, 65-watt 1,570 lumen high beam, Incandescent tail/stop, front signal lights and rear turn signals
Carrying Capacity Trunk, 2 cu ft
Notes

Trike. Traction control. Cruise control. Foot actuated dual parking brake.

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Intermediate
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Cruising & Touring
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Seat Height
66.5 cm / 26.2 in
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