14 August. Friday 2026
Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special - 2024 Specifications and Reviews
The 2024 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special is a premium touring cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and advanced technology. Powered by the Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine delivering 100 horsepower and 160 Nm of torque, it combines classic cruiser styling with modern features. Best known for its distinctive batwing fairing and smooth ride quality, this bike excels on extended highway journeys.
General information | |
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| Type | Touring |
| Year model | 2024 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers |
| Greenhouse gases | 126.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 5.47 litres/100 km (18.3 km/l or 43.00 mpg) |
| Driveline | Chain, 34/46 ratio primary drive |
| Clutch | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
| Transmission type | Belt (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection |
| Bore x stroke | 102.0 x 114.3 mm (4.0 x 4.5 inches) |
| Compression | 10.5:1 |
| Torque | 160.0 Nm (16.3 kgf-m or 118.0 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM |
| Effect | 100.0 HP (73.0 kW)) @ 5020 RPM |
| Engine details | Milwaukee-Eight® 114 |
| Type of engine | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1868.0 ccm (113.99 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Gloss Black Prodigy wheels. Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall tires. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. 4-piston |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. 4-piston |
| Rear tire | 180/55-B18 |
| Front tire | 130/60-B19 |
| Rear suspension | Twin shocks, premium low hand-adjustable |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork, 49 mm dual bending valve |
| Trail | 173 mm (6.8 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.0° |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 4.90 litres (5.18 US quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1625 mm (64.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2430 mm (95.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 663 mm (26.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2695 HP/kg |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 386.9 kg (853.0 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 371.0 kg (818.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Update specs | |
| Comments | Small windshield. Cruise control. Alarm. Infotainment. USB. Bluetooth. |
| Carrying capacity | Saddle bags, 2.7 cu ft |
| Light | LED headlight |
| Instruments | and .5 inch colour TFT. Gauges styled to complement each vehicle. Display features odometer, trip A, trip B, range to empty and gear indicator; and larger tell-tale indicators |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Vivid Black, Baja Orange, Gray Haze, Bright Billiard Blue/Billiard Gray, Atlas Silver Metallic, Prospect Gold, Industrial Yellow/Vivid Black Black Denim, Gunship Gray, White Sand Pearl, Reef Blue/Vivid Black, Redline Red |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
100 hp
Peak Power
4.8s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track10%
City40%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding60%
Touring97%
Passenger90%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to experienced riders who are comfortable managing a very heavy, long-wheelbase touring machine at low speeds and in traffic. |
| Purpose | Built for covering long interstate miles in comfort with a fairing, saddlebags, and infotainment rather than for quick sporty rides. |
| Rider Fit | Requires a taller and reasonably strong rider to confidently handle its substantial weight when pushing it around, parking, or executing slow maneuvers. |
| Character | A classic American cruiser-tourer with a torquey V-twin thump, a commanding highway presence, and a relaxed, unhurried riding character. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for new riders, city commuters wanting nimble handling, or anyone seeking off-road or track capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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