The powerful new Milwaukee-Eight VVT 121 engine powers the new 2023 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide Cruisers, which has sophisticated technology, increased rider comfort, and dynamic performance. The Harley-Davidson Grand American Touring platform has been transformed with exclusive and dramatic new aesthetic designs.
The CVO Road Glide model fairing is an aggressive upgrade of the MY22 “shark nose” design, and it combines with the fuel tank, side covers, and saddlebags. The single LED headlight has a broad, horizontal layout. Still, it looks to have dual components, echoing a significant aspect of all previous Road Glide model fairings, and turn signal lights incorporated inside the distinctive illumination.
2023 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide Cruisers – Features and Specs
Engine
With the mid-year debut of two premium 2023 models from Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO), Harley-Davidson improves the motorcycle riding experience. The powerful new Milwaukee-Eight VVT 121 engine powers the new CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide models, which feature sophisticated technology, increased rider comfort, and dynamic performance. The Harley-Davidson Grand American Touring platform has been transformed with exclusive and dramatic new aesthetic designs.
“With the all-new CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide models, our mission is to advance every aspect of the Grand American Touring motorcycling experience,” stated Jochen Zeitz, Harley-Davidson’s Chairman, President, and CEO. “These models set new standards for Harley-Davidson performance, technology, and style, accelerating the evolution of the world’s most desirable motorcycle brand.”
Redefining Iconic Design
The magnificent new look of the new CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide models derived from the recognized forms of earlier Harley-Davidson Grand American Touring bikes. Both variants include integrated venting fairings and LED signature illumination with integrated turn signals. A trimmed front fender, a new 6-gallon fuel tank with a distinct side angle, and saddlebags with a three-dimensional form that complements the fairings and fuel tank are other design aspects. With a black machine-cut cast-aluminum rim and laced spokes, the new Combo Cast Laced wheels create a powerful personalized statement. Each model will be available in two highly detailed finishes.
Maximum Efficiency
The new 121-cubic-inch V-Twin Milwaukee-Eight VVT 121 engine sets a new standard for factory-installed torque and displacement in a Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycle, with optimized liquid-cooled cylinder heads, a new cooling system, and variable valve timing (VVT), a new intake tract and a performance exhaust system.
During the creation of the CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide models, every facet of design that may affect overall performance and comfort was thoroughly addressed. Dry weight has decreased dramatically compared to the versions they replace, by 31 pounds for the CVO Street Glide and 35 pounds for the CVO Road Glide. When compared to earlier CVO models, high-performance front and rear SHOWA suspension components support confident handling and give a major boost in rider comfort, with rear suspension travel increased by 50%. Premium Brembo brake components provide exceptional braking feel and performance for increased rider confidence.
For the first time, the CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide models include selectable Ride Modes (Road, Sport, and Rain) that electronically control a specific combination of power delivery, engine braking, Cornering-Antilock Braking System (C-ABS), and Cornering-Traction Control System (C-TCS).
All-new fairings with a ‘floating’ windscreen design and adjustable air-control vanes contribute to aero and thermal comfort. Subjective helmet buffeting is decreased by an average of 60% in wind tunnel tests compared to identical 2022 models. Compared to earlier CVO models, the new engine cooling system will increase thermal comfort for the rider even more.
All-New Infotainment System Skyline OS is at the heart of this application.
The CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide models have a whole new suite of entertainment technologies, which the new Skyline OS drives. All analog instruments and most controls are replaced with a 12.3-inch TFT color touch screen. This premium display has three different view choices and is compatible including Apple and Android smartphones. Wi-Fi connectivity allows for wireless connection to a rider’s device, and the system has a Bluetooth receiver for cordless headphones. Both variants include larger media storage compartments and a USB-C port. A new 500-watt RMS amplifier powers a premium, high-performance Harley-Davidson Audio powered by Rockford Fosgate Stage II four-speaker audio system.
Flow State
Every surface of the CVO Road Glide has been redesigned and improved, providing a fluid aesthetic flow from the tip of the front fender to the tail of the rear saddlebags, inspired by the rich legacy that came before it and molded by the wind tunnel.
Sharknose Fairing
With a sculpted shape, fully-integrated LED lighting, and a revised windscreen design, the legendary shark-nose fairing gets a new lease on life. The CVO Road Glide provides ideal aero performance and rider comfort with an aggressive new twist on the original design using computational fluid dynamics to boost aerodynamic efficiency.
Fuel Tank
The 6-gallon tear-drop gasoline tank on the CVO Road Glide is long and slender, with a contoured design and pronounced beveled edge.
Wheels
The CVO Road Glide has 19″ front and 18″ rear combination cast laced wheels, as well as a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
Saddlebags
The saddlebags boost total baggage volume capacity and complete the aggressive posture of the CVO Road Glide. They are the last extension of the bold lines and athletic construction of the fairing and fuel tank.
Paint and Finishes
Dark Platinum with Bright Smoked Satin pin striping or two-tone Whisky Neat and Raven Metallic with airbrushed accents and pin striping are also available. Each is accented with either gloss black/chrome or burnt chrome accents for a complete package that emphasizes the new body lines and the CVO ethos of obsessive attention to detail.
12.3” TFT Display
The crystal-clear, anti-reflective surface of the 12.3″ touch-screen color TFT display replaces analog instruments. It puts navigation and entertainment at your fingertips as the newest innovation in rider interaction.
Skyline OS
The Skyline OS-powered configurable in-dash experience includes three distinct display configurations, navigation, and an all-new suite of linked infotainment functions.
Ride Modes
Ride Modes electronically manage the performance characteristics of the vehicle as well as the extent of safety technology intervention. Each of the three standards and two adjustable riding modes offers a distinct blend of power delivery, engine braking, Cornering Antilock Braking System (C-ABS), and Cornering Traction Control System (C-TCS) settings.
Premium Audio
The Rockford Fosgate Stage II premium audio system on the CVO Road Glide has a 4-channel 500-watt RMS amplifier that drives integrated fairing and saddlebag speakers.
Milwaukee-Eight VVT 121 Powertrain
The Milwaukee-Eight VVT 121 has liquid-cooled cylinder heads, variable valve timing (VVT), and a redesigned intake tract, making it the biggest displacement power plant factory-installed on a Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycle. The larger displacement engine generates more power and torque than the Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine, plus VVT broadens the entire power band and improves fuel efficiency.
Exhaust
The high-flow exhaust system, which includes 4.5″ diameter mufflers and quality finishes, compliments the engine tuning performance while improving style and sound.
Weight Reduction
The 2023 CVO Road Glide is 35 pounds lighter than its predecessor, improving acceleration and braking capabilities.
Suspension
The new inverted 47mm SHOWA forks and quality shocks with 3 inches of suspension travel improve handling and rider comfort.
Stopping Power
Dual 320mm diameter front disc brakes with radially mounted four-piston Brembo calipers and a single 300mm diameter rotor in the rear improve sensation and overall braking performance.
Rider Safety Enhancements
The system adapts motorcycle performance to available traction during acceleration, deceleration, and braking. It uses the most recent chassis control, electronic brake control, and power plant technologies to boost rider confidence when riding in difficult road conditions.
Aerodynamics
The new windscreen design, along with the revised fairing design, was developed using computational fluid dynamics and wind tunnel studies to decrease wind buffeting and rider fatigue. At the same time, adjustable air vanes boost comfort by allowing you to control airflow.
Ergonomics
A premium seat with a redesigned form, wider, flatter handlebars, and adjustable levers assist in optimizing the rider triangle for more comfort and less tiredness on extended rides.
Rear Shocks
The new SHOWA remote-adjustable shocks increase travel by 50% over the previous model, considerably improving rider comfort.
Cold Weather Comfort
Heated grips and prewired connections for heated gear are included on the CVO Road Glide for cooler days.
2023 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide Cruisers – Price
The new 2023 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide Cruisers are available in the range of $42,999 to $48,999 only.
2023 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide Cruisers – Technical Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 2,410 mm |
| Seat Height, Unladen | 714 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 145 mm |
| Rake | 26 |
| Trail | 170 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,625 mm |
| Tires, Front Specification | 130/60B19 M/C 61H |
| Tires, Rear Specification | 180/55B18 M/C 80H |
| Tire, Type | Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series with bias blackwall front and rear |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.7 l |
| Oil Capacity (W/Filter) | 4.7 l |
| Weight, As Shipped | 374 kg |
| Weight, In Running Order | 391 kg |
| Luggage Capacity -Volume | 0.062 m3 |
Engine
| Engine | Milwaukee-Eight VVT 121 |
| Bore | 103.5 mm |
| Stroke | 117.5 mm |
| Displacement | 1,977 cc |
| Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel System | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
| Exhaust | 2-1-2 dual exhaust |
Performance
| Engine torque testing method | J1349 |
| Engine Torque | 189 Nm |
| Engine Torque (RPM) | 3000 |
| Horsepower | 115 HP / 86 kW @ 4500 rpm |
| Lean Angle, Right (DEG.) | 32 |
| Lean Angle, Left (DEG.) | 32 |
| Fuel Economy Testing Method | Estimated City/Hwy |
| Fuel Economy | 5 l/100 km |
Drive train
| Primary drive | Chain, 34/46 ratio |
| 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
| Front fork | 47 mm Inverted 1×1 Front Forks |
| Rear Shocks | Dual adjustable emulsions suspension with remote preload adjustment on the left shock and threaded preload on the right shock |
| Wheels, Front Type | Combo Cast Laced |
| Wheels, Rear Type | Combo Cast Laced |
| Brakes, Type | Dual floating rotors (front), fixed rotor (rear) |
| Brakes, Caliper Type | 32 mm, 4-piston fixed dual radially mounted front, and single axially mounted rear |
Electric
| Lights (as per country regulation), headlamp, tail/stop, and front signal Lights | LED |
| Gauges | Digital gauges integrated into the display |
Infotainment
| Infotainment system | Skyline OS |
| Type | Full-Color TFT |
| Screen Size | 312 mm |
| Watts Per Channel | 125 |
| Speakers | 4 |
| Speaker Size | Two 6.5 fairing speakers and two 5×7 saddlebag speakers |
| Headset Specifications (If Equipped) | Harley-Davidson Audio 30K Wireless or 50S Wireless Headset depending on the configuration |
| AM | Standard |
| FM | Standard |
| SD Card, Flash Drive, and MP3 – Via USB Connection | Supported |
| SiriusXM Presets | 20 – P&A Upgrade (USA & Canada only) |
| Languages | English (US/UK), German, Spanish (Mexico/Spain), French (Canada/France), Italian, Danish, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified), Swedish |
| Hands-Free Mobile Phone – Via Bluetooth | Standard |
| Voice Recognition Languages: Phone Functions Only | Phone dependent |
| Voice Recognition Languages: Tuner/Media/Navigation | Phone dependent |
| Text-To-Speech (TTS) Languages | Phone dependent |
| Rider/Passenger Intercom | Standard (passenger headset sold separately), VOX is available for HD headsets. |
| Vehicle Information Screen (Air Temperature, Oil Pressure, and Eitms) | Standard |
| USB | USB-C/MTP/iPod/iPhone, any device with proper adapters to the electric power outlet located in the inner fairing storage. |
| Bluetooth | Phone/Media Player, Headset |
Rider Safety Enhancements
| Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) | Included |
| Electronic Linked Braking (ELB) | Included |
| Traction Control System (TCS) | Included |
| Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS) | Included |
| Vehicle Hold Control (VHC) | Included |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Included |
| Cornering Enhanced Anti-Lock Brake System (C-ABS) | Included |
| Cornering Enhanced Electronic Linked Braking (C-ELB) | Included |
| Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System (C-TCS) | Included |
| Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System (C-DSCS) | Included |
