2016 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Harley-Davidson's touring motorcycle lineup, the 2016 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra relies on a 1688 cc (103 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 87 HP (63.5 kW) at 5,100 rpm while maximum torque reaches 138 Nm (101.8 lb-ft) at 3,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 51.5 HP per liter and a 1,850 rpm working window between peak torque (3,250 rpm) and peak power (5,100 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the Tri Glide Ultra measures 560 kg (1235 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.16 HP/kg (6.44 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 720 mm (28.3 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,692 mm (66.6 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 22.71-liter (6 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6.19 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 367 km (228 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 12 indexed model years from 2014 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
51.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.16 HP/kg (6.44 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,250–5,100 rpm
Theoretical Range
~367 km (228 mi)
Engine
Displacement1688.0 ccm (103.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power87.0 HP (63.5 kW)) @ 5100 RPM
Torque138.0 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 101.8 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM
Compression9.6:1
Bore x Stroke98.4 x 111.3 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
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 Consumption6.19 litres/100 km (16.2 km/l or 38.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases143.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Rake26.0°
Trail100 mm (3.9 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Wheelbase1692 mm (66.6 inches)
Ground Clearance119 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/60-21
Rear Tyre205/65-15
Front BrakesDouble disc. 6 piston.
Rear BrakesSingle disc
WheelsBlack, 7-spoke Cast Aluminum. Two rear wheels.
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight545.0 kg (1,201.5 pounds)
Weight incl.560.0 kg (1,234.6 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1596 HP/kg
Seat Height720 mm (28.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2687 mm (105.8 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsPurple Fire/Blackberry Smoke, Mysterious Red Sunglo/Velocity Red Sunglo, Vivid Black, Billet Silver, Deep Jade Pearl/Vivid Black, Billet Silver/Vivid Black, Cosmic Blue Pearl.
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-speed indicator light; cruise control indicator light Tachometer with fuel, voltage, oil pressure and ambient air temperature gauges
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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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
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