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Harley-Davidson Road Glide Custom - 2013 Specifications and Reviews
The 2013 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Custom is a premium touring cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and style. Its distinctive batwing fairing and integrated 103-cubic-inch Twin Cam engine deliver commanding torque, while the six-speed transmission and belt drive ensure smooth, refined highway cruising for extended journeys.
2013
General information | |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2013 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson Road Glide Custom |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Chrome, 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers |
| Greenhouse gases | 129.9 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg) |
| Driveline | Chain, 34/46 ratio primary drive |
| Clutch | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
| Bore x stroke | 98.4 x 111.3 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches) |
| Compression | 9.6:1 |
| Torque | 135.60 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 100.0 ft.lbs) @ 3250 |
| Engine details | Twin Cam 103™ with Integrated Oil-Cooler |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1687.97 ccm (103.00 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Black, Slotted 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-piston |
| Front brakes | Double disc. 4-piston |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/65-16 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 130/70-18 |
| Trail | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.0° |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 3.80 litres (0.25 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 22.71 litres (6.00 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,613 mm (63.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,413 mm (95.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 663 mm (26.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 380.1 kg (838.0 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 367.0 kg (809.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Windshield. |
| Color options | Candy Orange with Pale Gold Pinstripes, Vivid Black with Medium Silver Pinstripes, Big Blue Pearl with Blue Pinstripes, Black Denim with Medium Red Pinstripes |
| Light | High beam, running lights, directional light bar, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, turn signals, security system (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warning, cruise control, ABS (optional) |
| Instruments | Fairing-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 Tachometer with fuel, voltage, oil pressure and ambient air temperature gauges |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
5.2s
0-60 mph (est.)
Best For
Track10%
City35%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding60%
Touring96%
Passenger88%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to experienced riders comfortable managing a heavy, long-wheelbase machine at low speeds and in traffic. |
| Purpose | Built for long-distance highway touring with a torque-heavy V-twin that favors relaxed cruising over outright acceleration. |
| Rider Fit | The low seat height aids reach to the ground but the substantial wet weight demands confident strength and balance during slow maneuvers and parking. |
| Character | A big-torque, laid-back cruiser-tourer with a commanding presence, chrome-heavy styling, and a fairing built for eating up interstate miles. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or lightweight city nimbleness. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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