2021 Harley-Davidson Road Glide® vs. Street Glide® | Timber Town HD

2021 Road Glide Vs Street Glide

Are you interested in a touring bike that can handle the longest distances with serious style? Then, Harley-Davidson models are a perfect choice. Among the great options in the lineup, is the 2021 Harley-Davidson Road Glide vs®. Street Glide® has won over adventurers from Portland and beyond. But, which model should you choose for your next big trip? Take a closer look at the Harley Street Glide® vs. Road Glide® with our in-depth comparison below, and stop by Timber Town Harley-Davidson for your test ride.

Harley-Davidson Street Glide® vs. Road Glide®: Performance

When it comes to performance between the Road Glide® vs. Street Glide®, you’ll find plenty of similarities on the Albany roads. That’s because both models offer top-of-the-line engineering: a Milwaukee-Eight® 107 engine, standard Reflex linked Brembo brakes with ABS, and a classic 6-gallon fuel tank. In total, this adds up to 111 lb-ft of torque and 3,250 RPM of engine torque, along with specs like:

  • ESPFI w/ heated O2 sensors
  • 6-Speed Cruise Drive transmission 
  • Assist & Slip hydraulic clutch 
  • Electronic throttle control 
  • Rider-initiated Engine Idle Temperature Management System 

Harley-Davidson Road Glide® vs. Street Glide®: Style

One of the biggest differences between the Road Glide® vs. Street Glide® is the design. Both are Touring models with an upright riding position and saddlebags, but they also have their distinctive styles. Most notably, they have different fairing designs that influence not just the look of the motorcycle, but the handling on the Lebanon roads as well. The Harley-Davidson Road Glide® models have a frame-mounted fairing style while the Harley-Davidson Street Glide® models feature a fork-mounted fairing style. Ultimately, it just boils down to personal preference, so which is the right option for you?

Harley-Davidson Street Glide®: 

  • Chrome exhaust/mufflers 
  • Batwing inner fairing 
  • Chrome saddlebag support for increased passenger legroom 
  • One-piece, two-up Harley-Davidson Street Glide® seat

Harley-Davidson Road Glide®: 

  • Black exhaust/mufflers 
  • Combination rear stop/turn/tail lights 
  • Smoked, sport windscreen 
  • Two-up sport seat 

Explore Harley-Davidson Models at Timber Town Harley-Davidson

Want to explore the Harley-Davidson Road Glide® vs. Street Glide® in person? Visit Timber Town Harley-Davidson in Salem to see these two standouts up close. We’d love to set you up on a test ride, so contact us today to get started!

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