Positioned in Harley-Davidson's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2017 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 121 HP (88.3 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 115 Nm (84.8 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 97 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 (2.54 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 705 mm (27.8 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,700 mm (66.9 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
97 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.39 HP/kg (2.54 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–8,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~300 km (186 mi)
Engine
Displacement1247.0 ccm (76.09 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsRevolution®, 60° V-Twin
Power121.0 HP (88.3 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque115.0 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression11.5:1
Bore x Stroke105.0 x 72.0 mm (4.1 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
LubricationDry sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
DrivelineGear, 117/64 ratio primary drive
Performance
Fuel Consumption6.30 litres/100 km (15.9 km/l or 37.34 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases146.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustSatin chrome, dual side exhaust system with turnouts
Chassis
Rake34.0°
Trail142 mm (5.6 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionTwin shocks
Wheelbase1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Ground Clearance105 mm (4.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR19
Rear Tyre240/40-R18
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. 4-piston
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. 2-piston
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight292.1 kg (644.0 pounds)
Weight incl.307.1 kg (677.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.4142 HP/kg
Seat Height705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity18.93 litres (5.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity4.70 litres (4.97 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsVivid Black, Velocity Red Sunglo, Crushed Ice Pearl, Black Denim, Corona Yellow Pearl
InstrumentsElectronic 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
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