Harley-Davidson FLTR Road Glide vs Triumph Thunderbird SE (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson FLTR Road Glidestacks up against the Triumph Thunderbird SE. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Harley-Davidson FLTR Road Glide | Triumph Thunderbird SE |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 1584 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 85 hp |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Weight | 355 kg | — |
| Seat height | 27 mm | 28 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.0 L | 5.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Brembo triple-disc brake system | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 130/80-B17 / 180/65-B16 | 120/70-R19 / 200/50-R17 |
Harley-Davidson FLTR Road Glide vs Triumph Thunderbird SE — which should you buy?
Picking between the Harley-Davidson FLTR Road Glide and the Triumph Thunderbird SE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson FLTR Road Glide brings its published horsepower in a 355 kg package, while the Triumph Thunderbird SE counters with 85 hp.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: