2016 Harley-Davidson Street 500 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Harley-Davidson's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2016 Harley-Davidson Street 500 relies on a 491.6 cc (30 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 40 Nm (29.5 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 69.1 x 66.0 mm (2.7 x 2.6 inches) with a 11.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Street 500 measures 221.8 kg (489 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 653 mm (25.7 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,534 mm (60.4 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 13.25-liter (3.5 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 3.68 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 360 km (224 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2015 to 2021, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~360 km (224 mi)
Engine
Displacement491.6 ccm (30.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsLiquid-cooled, Revolution X™ V-Twin
Torque40.0 Nm (4.1 kgf-m or 29.5 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke69.1 x 66.0 mm (2.7 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Mikuni Single Port Fuel Injection, 35 mm bore.
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
DrivelineGear, 36/68 ratio primary drive
Performance
0-100 km/h4.60 seconds
Fuel Consumption3.68 litres/100 km (27.2 km/l or 63.92 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases85.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustBlack Two- into-one exhaust
Chassis
Rake32.0°
Trail114 mm (4.5 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionDual shocks
Wheelbase1534 mm (60.4 inches)
Ground Clearance145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/80-R17
Rear Tyre140/75-R15
Front BrakesSingle disc. Twin piston, floating caliper
Seat Height653 mm (25.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2225 mm (87.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity13.25 litres (3.50 US gallons)
Oil Capacity3.10 litres (3.28 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsSuperior Blue, Velocity Red Sunglo, Vivid Black, Black Denim
Instruments3.5 inch electronic speedometer with high beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, blade key ignition and fork lock, and locking gas cap
Use this page to compare this motorcycle by its real specifications, not only by model name. Focus on the details that affect fit, comfort, handling, range and ownership.
Torque
Torque is useful for judging real-world pull, especially for touring, commuting and loaded riding.
Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
