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H0256 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON® FLTRXS ROAD GLIDE® SPECIAL Vivid Black

ESTIMATED CITY/HWY Fuel Economy 43 mpg mpg

The Road Glide Special is offered with new two-tone paint options, and with a choice of a blacked-out or bright chrome styling treatments, giving the customer a choice of a look that's dark and sinister, or brilliant and more traditional. All Special models are now equipped with the high-performance Ventilator air cleaner with a washable filter element, and a new low-profile engine guard. This performance bagger combines menacing style with aerodynamic comfort and the power of the Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine.

This performance bagger combines menacing style with aerodynamic comfort and the power of the Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine.

Touring – Go the distance and discover the wide-open world in the most epic way possible.

A blacked-out or bright chrome performance bagger, loaded with premium features.

Security System Option Standard

ABS Option Standard 

Cruise Control Option Standard

Premium Radio Option Standard

Color : Vivid Black

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES:

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® Top-Stitch Passenger Backrest Pad $129

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® HoldFast Sissy Bar Upright $221

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® 4-Point Docking Hardware Kit $175

Provides docking points to allow installation of H-D® Detachables™ Sissy Bar, Solo Luggage Rack, 2-Up Luggage Rack, Solo Tour-Pak® Rack or 2-Up Tour-Pak® Rack

Parts total $525

Labor total $178

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Total added value $703

Extended Service Plans Available on 15-calendar-year-old and newer motorcycles with fewer than 60K miles

KEY FEATURES WHEN NEW 

Riders seeking classic touring design with premium H-D features

Milwaukee-Eight® 114 V-Twin engine and sharknose fairing

Upright riding position

Floorboards

Passenger seat

Saddlebags

Frame mounted fairing

Infotainment

New for 2021

Chrome Styling (Gloss Black Prodigy wheels with machined highlights)

Solid Color: Vivid Black, Billiard Teal, Midnight Crimson

Custom Color: Snake Venom

Dark Styling (Gloss Black Prodigy wheels)

Solid Color: Vivid Black, Billiard Teal, River Rock Gray Denim, Midnight Crimson

Custom Color: Snake Venom

Low Profile Engine Guard: Designed to emphasize the slammed, low lines of the Street Glide Special, this 1.25-inch diameter engine guard mounts 11 inches lower than the standard Touring engine guard and features a slightly forward sweep that provides plenty of room around the brake and shift levers.

Console: A new low-profile center console tops a new 6-gallon fuel tank with a side fuel fill, to further lower the motorcycle profile and distinguish the Street Glide Special from standard Touring models.

Tank Medallion: A new tank medallion is based on the Bar & Shield logo.

KEY FEATURES WHEN NEW 

Distinctive sharknose fairing with a low-profile sport windshield presents menacing style. Triple splitstream vents reduce head buffeting. Wind tunnel designed and tested, this frame-mounted fairing minimizes the influences of cross winds on motorcycle handling.

Dual Daymaker LED Headlamps blast through the darkness for enhanced visibility at night, and make the motorcycle more conspicuous in daytime.

Stretched locking saddlebags extend below the mufflers to lower the motorcycle profile. One-Touch latches are easy to open with one hand.

One-piece, two-up seat shaped for long-range rider comfort.

Exclusive Special details: Color-matched inner fairing, fascia panels between the saddlebags and rear fenders, and a low-profile front fender.

Low-profile license plate holder and combination stop/tail/turn rear lighting.

Boom!™ Box GTS infotainment system with color touch screen, advanced navigation, hand and voice commands (when paired with compatible headset), and two-speaker audio.Android Auto™ application compatibility is new a feature of the Boom!™ Box GTS system, which also supports Apple CarPlay software compatibility. With a wired connection to a compatible smartphone the rider may use either app to access media, streaming services, communication and navigation on the road while minimizing distractions. (Apple CarPlay functionality requires use with optional Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories headsets). Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay are not available in all countries and regions.

This performance bagger combines menacing style with aerodynamic comfort and the power of the Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine.

New Features for 2021

Chrome Option: The Road Glide Special model may be ordered with either Chrome or Dark styling. Chrome replaces these black components: Powertrain covers and trim, front end, handlebar, exhaust, tank console and other details. When the Chrome option is selected, the Prodigy wheels are Gloss Black with machined highlights.

Two-Tone Paint Option: For the first time a two-tone paint option is available for the Street Glide Special model: Billiard Red / Vivid Black with either Chrome or Dark styling. Other color options include:

Chrome Styling (Gloss Black Prodigy wheels with machined highlights)

Solid Color: Vivid Black, Billiard Teal, Midnight Crimson

Custom Color: Snake Venom

Dark Styling (Gloss Black Prodigy wheels)

Solid Color: Vivid Black, Billiard Teal, River Rock Gray Denim, Midnight Crimson

Custom Color: Snake Venom

Low Profile Engine Guard: Designed to emphasize the slammed, low lines of the Street Glide Special, this 1.25-inch diameter engine guard mounts 11 inches lower than the standard Touring engine guard and features a slightly forward sweep that provides plenty of room around the brake and shift levers.

Console: A new low-profile center console tops a new 6-gallon fuel tank with a side fuel fill, to further lower the motorcycle profile and distinguish the Street Glide Special from standard Touring models.

Tank Medallion: A new tank medallion is based on the Bar & Shield logo.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS WHEN NEW 

MILWAUKEE-EIGHT® 114 ENGINE

The most displacement in standard H-D® Touring models. You get 114 cubic inches of passing and horizon-chasing power.

REFLEX™ LINKED BREMBO® BRAKES WITH STANDARD ABS

Designed to help prevent the wheels from locking under braking to assist the rider in maintaining control when braking in a straight-line. ABS operates independently on front and rear brakes to keep the wheels rolling and help prevent uncontrolled wheel lock in urgent situations.

BOOM!™ BOX GTS INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM

An evolved interface experience that offers a contemporary look, feel and function, with exceptional durability and features designed specifically for motorcycling. Every element is optimized to enhance the rider's interaction with the bike and connectivity with the world.

BLACKED-OUT FINISHES

Blacked-out from the front forks to the tips of the exhaust for an aggressive, modern look.

BLACKED-OUT PRODIGY WHEELS

Black, glossy 19-inch front and 18-inch rear aluminum wheels so you can roll in with style and attitude.

STRETCHED SADDLEBAGS

A sleek look on the outside and roomy on the inside with more than enough space to stash your riding essentials. The lids open with a single touch of one hand.

RESPONSIVE SUSPENSION

High-performing front and rear suspension with easily adjustable rear shocks put you in control of a plush ride.

There's a wide-open world to experience out there. We've been building the motorcycles to help you discover it in the most epic way possible since we invented the fully dressed touring machine in the 1960's. Entire continents; and all the mountain ranges, canyons, glaciers, small towns, deserts, cities, roadside attractions, adventures, and stories they contain; are yours for the taking in the saddle of a Harley-Davidson Touring machine. No one builds them better.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® RDRS SAFETY ENHANCEMENTS DESIGNED TO BOOST MOTORCYCLE RIDER CONFIDENCE

Motorcycle-Specific Technology Matches Performance to Available Traction

Harley-Davidson® RDRS Safety Enhancements (formerly known as RDRS) is a collection of technology designed to enhance rider confidence during unexpected situations or poor road conditions. RDRS Safety Enhancements are designed to match motorcycle performance to available traction during acceleration, deceleration and braking, in a straight line or while in a turn. The systems are electronic and utilize the latest chassis control, electronic brake control and powertrain technology.

"RDRS Safety Enhancements are technologies developed by Harley-Davidson and designed to make motorcycling more intuitive," said VP Marketing Theo Keetell. "Our intent is to assist riders of every skill level in an unanticipated moment when electronic intervention may react more quickly, and with more precision, than our own reflexes can react. A situation that activates an RDRS Safety Enhancement may be rare, but if it occurs, this technology may be invaluable."

Introduced for many 2020 Harley-Davidson® motorcycles, RDRS Safety Enhancements are standard on all 2021 Harley-Davidson CVO™, Tri Glide® Ultra, Freewheeler®, and LiveWire® models. RDRS Safety Enhancements are optional on all 2021 Touring models in the U.S. The RDRS Safety Enhancements are bundled together, except where noted.

Important Note: Available traction is determined by the road/tire interface. RDRS Safety Enhancements on motorcycles are only able to adjust brake pressure or powertrain torque in an attempt to keep the forces at the tire from exceeding available grip. These technologies do not have the ability to increase grip, or to intervene when the rider has not made a brake or throttle application (e.g. coasting through a corner with the clutch disengaged). RDRS Safety Enhancements on motorcycles do not have the ability to directly influence vehicle direction. This is a key difference between motorcycle RDRS Safety Enhancements and automotive stability control. The rider is ultimately responsible for speed, steering and path corrections.

Cornering Enhanced RDRS Safety Enhancements

Some RDRS Safety Enhancements may be "cornering enhanced," technology that is motorcycle-specific and a key difference between RDRS Safety Enhancements and automotive traction/stability control systems. Harley-Davidson motorcycles equipped with RDRS Safety Enhancements have an inertial measurement unit, or IMU, that measures and reports the lean angle of two-wheel motorcycles, or the lateral acceleration of a Trike (three-wheel motorcycle), as it navigates a turn. Because many motorcycles have different size front and rear tires, when the motorcycle leans into a turn the wheels begin to rotate at slightly different speeds. The tire traction patch – the part of the tire actually touching the pavement – also changes as the motorcycle leans in a turn. Cornering enhanced technology takes this into account and for optimal performance intervenes differently when the motorcycle is leaned compared to when the motorcycle is upright.

RDRS Safety Enhancements

Cornering Enhanced Electronic Linked Braking (C-ELB)

This technology applies braking effort to both wheels when the rider uses either the hand lever (front) or foot pedal (rear) brake control, which can help many riders achieve better braking performance. The C-ELB system provides more responsiveness and allows for more balanced front and rear braking under a wide variety of brake applications. The system provides more linking when the rider is applying heavier braking and reduces or eliminates linking for light braking and low speeds. When linked, applying the front brake lever alone will cause the system to also dynamically apply an amount of braking to the rear. Applying the rear brake pedal alone will cause the system to also apply an amount of braking to the left front caliper. C-ELB takes into account the motorcycle lean angle or Trike lateral acceleration. C-ELB will alter the proportioning of brake pressure between the front and rear brakes when braking while cornering in an attempt to improve the ability of the bike to maintain the rider's intended path.

This technology is standard on all 2020-later CVO™ models and optional on most 2020 Touring models.

Cornering Enhanced Antilock Braking System (C-ABS)

ABS is designed to prevent the wheels from locking under braking and helps the rider maintain control when braking in a straight-line, urgent situation. ABS operates independently on front and rear brakes to keep the wheels rolling and prevent uncontrolled wheel lock. Cornering Enhanced Antilock Braking System (C-ABS) is a variant of ABS that takes into consideration the lean angle of a two-wheel motorcycle, or the lateral acceleration of a Trike model. The brake pressure required to limit wheel slip when cornering is typically lower than the pressure required under straight line operation.

This technology is standard on 2020-later LiveWire and CVO models and optional on most 2020-later Touring models.

Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System (C-TCS)

The Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System (C-TCS) is designed to prevent the rear wheel from excessive spinning under acceleration when going straight or cornering. C-TCS can improve rider confidence when available traction is compromised by wet weather, a sudden unanticipated change in the surface, or when riding on an unpaved road. The rider may select one of two traction control modes: Standard Mode is optimized for dry surfaces; Rain Mode is optimized for wet surfaces. The system can also be turned off. The action of C-TCS is also tailored when cornering based on lean angle.

This technology is standard on all 2020-later LiveWire and CVO models and optional on most  2020-later Touring models.

Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS)

Cornering Enhanced Drag-Torque Slip Control System (C-DSCS)

Drag-Torque Slip Control (DSCS) is designed to reduce excessive rear-wheel slip under deceleration, which typically occurs when the rider makes an abrupt down-shift gear change or decelerates abruptly on wet or slippery road surfaces. When DSCS detects excessive rear wheel slip under deceleration it will adjust engine torque delivery to better match rear-wheel speed to road speed. On models equipped with C-DSCS the action of DSCS may be tailored when cornering, based on detected lean angle (two-wheel motorcycles) or lateral acceleration (Trike models).

DSCS is standard on all 2020-later CVO models and optional on most 2020-later Touring models.  C-DSCS is standard on all 2020-later Trike models.

Vehicle Hold Control (VHC)

Vehicle Hold Control (VHC) applies and holds brake pressure when activated and prevents the motorcycle from rolling after the rider has released the brake controls. The primary function of VHC is to prevent the motorcycle from rolling when it is stopped, for example at a stop sign on a hill, in stop-and-go traffic on a slope, or on a steep decline out of a parking structure. VHC is designed to make it easier to ride away with confidence by minimizing the number of controls needed to pull away smoothly. The system applies brake pressure until the rider actuates the throttle and clutch to pull away. VHC may also be engaged when the motorcycle is stopped on a flat surface if the rider wants to maintain position without applying pressure to a brake control.

The rider activates VHC by momentarily applying extra pressure to either the front-brake hand lever or the rear-brake foot control after the motorcycle has come to a complete stop. If rider brakes very hard to a stop, and holds the brake pressure after stopping, VHC may also set without any added squeeze. A VHC indicator light will illuminate to confirm that the rider has activated VHC, and the ABS system will hold brake pressure after the rider releases the brake control. VHC is disengaged automatically as the rider begins to pull away from a stop, or if the rider applies and releases either brake control.

VHC is not to be used as a parking brake, so it will also disengage if the rider lowers the side stand (on models with a side-stand sensor, not a feature in all markets) or shifts into neutral on models without a side-stand sensor, or if the engine is turned off. In most situations after five minutes the indicator light will flash and the VHC will release if there is no rider action.

This feature is standard on 2020-later CVO™ models and optional on most  2020-later Touring models.  VHC is not intended as a substitute for a parking brake in any situation.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

TPMS alerts the rider to low tire air pressure. Maintaining proper tire air pressure is important both for vehicle performance and tire life. The TPMS displays current front and rear tire pressure on the Boom!™ Box GTS screen (or on the odometer on Road King® models) and displays an indicator to alert the rider when tire pressure is low, and the pressure should be checked.

TPMS is part of the collection of RDRS Safety Enhancements and is also available as a stand-alone accessory through Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts & Accessories for 2020-later Touring models (except Japan) equipped with original equipment or accessory wheels that accept a TPMS sensor.

SPECIFICATIONS WHEN NEW

Dimensions

Length

95.7 in. (2,430 mm)

Overall Width

39 in. (990 mm)

Overall Height

52.2 in. (1,325 mm)

Seat Height, Laden

25.9 in. (658 mm)

2

Seat Height, Unladen

27.4 in. (695 mm)

Ground Clearance

5.1 in. (130 mm)

Rake (steering head) (deg)

26

Fork Angle (deg)

29.25

Trail

6.8 in. (173 mm)

Wheelbase

64 in. (1,625 mm)

Tires, Type

Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and rear

Tires, Front Model

D408F

Tires, Front Specification

130/60B19 61H

Tires, Rear Model

D407T

Tires, Rear Specification

180/55B18 80H

Fuel Capacity

6 gal. (22.7 l)

Reserve Fuel Capacity, Fuel Injection (warning light)

1 gal. (3.8 l)

Oil Capacity (w/filter)

5.2 qt. (4.9 l)

Transmission Capacity

1 qt. (.95 l)

Primary Chain Case Capacity

1.1 qts. (1 l)

Coolant Capacity

N/A

Weight, As Shipped

818 lb. (371 kg)

Weight, In Running Order

853 lb. (387 kg)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

1,360 lb. (617 kg)

Gross Axle Weight Rating, Front

500 lb. (227 kg)

Gross Axle Weight Rating, Rear

927 lb. (420 kg)

Luggage Capacity -Volume

2.7 cu ft (0.071 m3)

Engine

Engine

Milwaukee-Eight™ 114

Valves

Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; four valves per cylinder

Bore

4.016 in. (102 mm)

Stroke

4.5 in. (114 mm)

Displacement

114 cu in (1,868 cc)

Compression Ratio

10.5:1

Fuel System

Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)

3

Air Cleaner

Paper, washable

Exhaust

2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers

Lubrication System

Pressurized, dry-sump with oil cooler

Drivetrain

Primary Drive

Chain, 34/46 ratio

Final Drive

Belt, 32/68 ratio

Clutch

Mechanically actuated 10 plate wet, Assist and Slip

Transmission

6-Speed Cruise Drive®

Gear Ratios (overall) 1st

9.593

Gear Ratios (overall) 2nd

6.65

Gear Ratios (overall) 3rd

4.938

Gear Ratios (overall) 4th

4

Gear Ratios (overall) 5th

3.407

Gear Ratios (overall) 6th

2.875

Chassis

Frame

Mild steel; tubular frame; two-piece stamped and welded backbone; cast and forged junctions; twin downtubes; bolt-on rear frame with forged fender supports; MIG welded.

Swingarm

Mild steel; two-piece drawn and welded section; forged junctions; MIG welded.

Front Fork

49mm Dual Bending Valve

Rear Shocks

Premium Low Hand-Adjustable Rear Suspension

Wheels, Front Type

Gloss Black Prodigy

4

Wheels, Front Width

3.5 in. (89 mm)

Wheels, Front Height

19 in. (483 mm)

Wheels, Rear Type

Gloss Black Prodigy

4

Wheels, Rear Width

5 in. (127 mm)

Wheels, Rear Height

18 in. (457 mm)

Brakes, Caliper Type

32 mm, 4-piston fixed front and rear

Brakes, Rotor Type

Dual floating rotors (front), fixed rotor (rear)

Brakes, Front Diameter

11.8 in. (300 mm)

Brakes, Front Thickness

0.2 in. (5.1 mm)

Brakes, Front is dual

Yes

Brakes, Rear Diameter

11.8 in. (300 mm)

Brakes, Rear Thickness

0.28 in. (7.1 mm)

Brakes, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Standard

Suspension Travel, Front

4.6 in. (117 mm)

Suspension Travel, Rear

2.1 in. (54 mm)

Performance

Engine Torque Testing Method

J1349

Engine Torque

118 ft-lb (160 Nm)

5

Engine Torque (rpm)

3,250

Lean Angle Testing Method

J1168

Lean Angle, Right (deg.)

32

Lean Angle, Left (deg.)

31

Fuel Economy Testing Method

Estimated City/Hwy

Fuel Economy

43 mpg (5.5 l/100 km)

6

Electric

Battery

Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 28-amp/hour, 405 cca (per Battery Council International Rating)

Charging

Three-phase, 48-amp system (600W @ 13V, 2000 rpm, 625W max power @ 13V)

Starting

1.6 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement

Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp

LED 40-watt, 1,060 lumen low beam, 60-watt, 1560 lumen high beam.

Lights (as per country regulation), Tail/Stop

8W/28W

Lights (as per country regulation), Front Signal Lights

8W/28W

Lights (as per country regulation), Indicator Lamps

High beam, running lights, directional lights, low oil pressure, neutral, engine diagnostics, battery, cruise control, accessory, security system, gear indication, low fuel warning, ABS, miles to empty display, fog/aux lamp indicator

7

Lights, Rear Turn Signals

Gauges

Gauges styled to complement each vehicle. Display features odometer, trip A, trip B, range to empty and gear indicator; and larger tell-tale indicators.

Auxiliary Lamps

N/A

Electric Power Outlet

Electric power accessory port in fairing

GPS System

Boom!™ Box 6.5GT audio system with GPS and touchscreen

Reverse Gear

N/A

Warranty And Service

Warranty

24 months (unlimited mileage)

8

Service Interval

First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter

9

Footnotes

1 Vehicles depicted may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Specifications and prices listed may differ from specifications and prices of vehicles manufactured and delivered. All product descriptions (including depictions, specifications, dimensions, measurements, ratings and competitive comparisons) are based on available information at the time of publication. Although such descriptions are believed correct, errors and changes can occur and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Harley-Davidson may make changes at any time to prices and specifications, and may change or discontinue models, without notice and without incurring any obligation. Attention: Vehicles in the configurations shown and many of the accessories described in this catalog may not be available for sale or use in some locations. Please check with your dealer for complete product details and the latest information. All models feature 6-speed transmission (VRSC™ models and Sportster® models are 5-speed) and carbon fiber belt final drive; multi-plate clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath; and 2-year unlimited mileage warranty. 

2 Measurement reflects 180 lb. (81.7 kg) operator weight. 

3 Recommended 91 octane or higher fuel (R+M)/2. 

4 Standard and optional wheels may vary by country and region. 

5 Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region. 

6 The combined fuel economy numbers were derived using a combination of estimated city and highway values. Fuel economy estimates are derived from US EPA exhaust emission certification data on a sample motorcycle from the corresponding family under ideal laboratory conditions. Your actual fuel economy will vary depending on your personal riding habits, road and driving conditions, vehicle condition and maintenance, tire pressure, vehicle configuration (parts and accessories), and vehicle loading (cargo, rider and passenger weight). Break-in mileage may vary. 

7 North America security system includes immobilizer; outside North America the security system includes immobilizer and siren. 

8 See motorcycle owner's manual for complete details. 

9 Inspections of certain systems and components are required at 2,500 mile (4,000 km) intervals. See Owner's Manual for full details.