Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special - 2015 Specifications and Reviews
The 2015 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special is a heavyweight cruiser built for long-distance touring riders who demand comfort and style. Known for its distinctive batwing fairing, cruise control, and saddlebag storage, it excels at covering highway miles while commanding attention with its classic styling and premium features.
General information | |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2015 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Chrome, 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers |
| Greenhouse gases | 129.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg) |
| Driveline | Chain, 34/46 ratio |
| Clutch | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Fuel system | Injection. ESPFI |
| Bore x Stroke | 98.4 x 111.3 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches) |
| Compression | 9.7:1 |
| Torque | 138.00 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 101.8 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM |
| Power | 85.83 HP (62.6 kW) @ 5100 RPM |
| Engine details | Twin Cam 103™ with Integrated Oil-Cooler |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Enforcer Cast Aluminum |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. 2-piston |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. 4-piston |
| Rear tyre | 180/65-BW16 |
| Front tyre | 130/70-BW18 |
| Trail | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.0° |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 3.80 litres (0.25 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 22.70 litres (6.00 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,625 mm (64.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,451 mm (96.5 inches) |
| Seat height | 695 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2417 HP/kg |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 367.9 kg (811.0 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 355.2 kg (783.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Windshield. Cruise control. Alarm. |
| Carrying capacity | Saddle bags |
| Light | High beam, running lights, front fender light, directional light bar, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, turn signals, security system (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warning, cruise control (optional), 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 |
| Color options | Deep Jade Pearl, Amber Whiskey, Vivid Black, Black Denim, Charcoal Pearl, Brilliant Silver Pearl |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
100 hp
Peak Power
4.8s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track15%
City45%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding65%
Touring95%
Passenger85%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to riders who already have experience handling heavy, long-wheelbase motorcycles at low speed and in traffic. |
| Purpose | Built primarily for long-distance highway touring with a batwing fairing, hard saddlebags, and integrated infotainment for all-day comfort. |
| Rider Fit | The low seat height helps shorter riders reach the ground, but the substantial wet weight demands confident strength and balance during slow maneuvers, parking, and U-turns. |
| Character | A classic American cruiser-tourer character, delivering a relaxed, torque-rich V-twin rumble rather than outright speed or sharp cornering agility. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders seeking sporty cornering performance, lightweight agility, or any off-road capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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