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Custom - Cruiser · 2015

V-Rod Muscle

US$ 16149. Euro 18595. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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57 /100 Balanced
Power/Weight
0.41 hp/kg
Torque
117 Nm
Engine
1247 ccm

2015 Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Harley-Davidson for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2015 Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle utilizes a 1247 cc (76.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 119.4 HP (87.1 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 116.6 Nm (86 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 95.7 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the V-Rod Muscle measures 307.1 kg (677 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.39 HP/kg (2.57 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 650 mm (25.6 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,702 mm (67 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 18.93-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6.3 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 300 km (186 miles) between fill-ups.

Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2013 to 2017, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
95.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.39 HP/kg (2.57 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–8,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~300 km (186 mi)
Engine
Displacement 1247.0 ccm (76.09 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details Liquid-cooled, Revolution®, 60° V-Twin
Power 119.4 HP (87.1 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque 116.6 Nm (11.9 kgf-m or 86.0 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression 11.5:1
Bore x Stroke 105.0 x 72.0 mm (4.1 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel System Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Lubrication Dry sump
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Belt (final drive)
Clutch Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Driveline Gear, 117/64 ratio primary drive
Performance
Fuel Consumption 6.30 litres/100 km (15.9 km/l or 37.34 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 146.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust Satin chrome, dual side exhaust system with turnouts
Chassis
Rake 34.0°
Trail 142 mm (5.6 inches)
Wheelbase 1702 mm (67.0 inches)
Ground Clearance 122 mm (4.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR19
Rear Tyre 240/40-R18
Front Brakes Double disc. ABS. 4-piston
Rear Brakes Single disc. 2-piston
Wheels Black, 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 292.1 kg (644.0 pounds)
Weight incl. 307.1 kg (677.0 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.4086 HP/kg
Seat Height 650 mm (25.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2357 mm (92.8 inches)
Fuel Capacity 18.93 litres (5.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 4.70 litres (4.97 US quarts)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Black Quartz, Mysterious Red Sunglo, Sand Cammo Denim, Vivid Black
Instruments Electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock on odometer, dual tripmeter, fuel gauge with low fuel warning light and countdown feature, low oil pressure indicator light, engine diagnostics readout, LED indicator lights, tachometer
Light High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, security system (optional), coolant temperature, low fuel warnings
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Cruising & Touring
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Seat Height
65 cm / 25.6 in
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