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Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Harley-davidson Electra Glide Standard vs Harley-davidson Electra Glide Ultra. Harley-davidson Electra Glide Standard: 67 hp @ 5,200 rpm hp, 371 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Harley-davidson Electra Glide Ultra: 90 hp @ 5,020 rpm (Milwaukee-Eight 107; note: earlier Twin Cam 96 produced ~68 hp) hp, 417 kg (wet/curb weight — 2020+ Milwaukee-Eight equipped model) weight, top speed 177 km/h (estimated; electronically limited on some variants), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
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Harley-davidson Electra Glide Standard
Harley-davidson Electra Glide Ultra
Weight (kg) — lower is better
Horsepower
67 hp @ 5,200 rpm
90 hp @ 5,020 rpm (Milwaukee-Eight 107; note: earlier Twin Cam 96 produced ~68 hp)
Torque
113 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
142 Nm @ 3,250 rpm (Milwaukee-Eight 107)
Top Speed
175 km/h
177 km/h (estimated; electronically limited on some variants)
Weight
371 kg (wet/curb weight)
417 kg (wet/curb weight — 2020+ Milwaukee-Eight equipped model)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L, based on Twin Cam 88 era real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L) — estimated real-world average; note: varies by engine generation and riding conditions
Individual Reviews
Harley-davidson Electra Glide Standard
7.5/10
"Reliable American iron that earns its keep on long hauls."
Pros
+Bulletproof parts availability nationwide
+Genuinely comfortable long-distance touring
+Strong resale value holds
Cons
−Heavy and slow maneuvering
−Twin-cam tensioner issues linger
−Fuel economy disappoints at 38mpg
Harley-davidson Electra Glide Ultra
7.8/10
"The definitive used touring bargain if you verify service history first."
Pros
+Unmatched long-distance riding comfort
+Strong resale value retention
+Excellent wind and weather protection
Cons
−Twin Cam heat management issues
−Heavy and unwieldy below 20mph
−Deferred maintenance extremely common
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