Key Features of the 2026 Harley-Davidson® Road Glide®

Milwaukee-Eight® 117 Motor

The Milwaukee-Eight® 117 is the heart of the 2026 Road Glide®, tuned for broad, accessible torque that makes passing, merging, and climbing feel effortless. With 105 HP and 130 ft-lbs of torque peaking at 3,250 rpm, it delivers authority right where riders spend most of their time. Liquid-cooling helps maintain performance in stop-and-go traffic and on hot days, while Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) supports crisp throttle response. A 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers complements the engine’s character with a deep, refined note. The overall drivetrain balance—six-speed gear ratios optimized for both low-speed control and highway efficiency—keeps the motor in its sweet spot whether you’re cruising or carving.

Ride-Tuned Suspension

Stability, comfort, and steering precision come from well-matched components: a 49mm Dual Bending Valve front fork for consistent damping and front-end feel, and dual outboard emulsion shocks out back with 3 inches of travel and preload adjustability. That combination helps the bike stay composed over broken pavement, highway expansion joints, and quick transitions. Cast aluminum wheels are paired to Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series blackwall tires—130/60B19 front and 180/55B18 rear—chosen for predictable grip and road feel. Braking confidence is delivered by dual floating front rotors clamped by 4-piston calipers, with Electronic Linked Braking assisting balance between front and rear when conditions call for it.

Redesigned Sharknose Fairing

The sharknose fairing’s updated profile isn’t just about signature style—it’s about steady airflow, reduced turbulence, and a planted front end at speed. The fairing works with the bike’s overall aerodynamics to help minimize rider fatigue over long distances, while LED signature lighting provides a crisp, bright field of view that reinforces visibility to others. Adjustable handlebars allow you to fine-tune reach and wrist angle, complementing a supportive seat designed for all-day comfort. Paint and graphics are crafted to stand out with depth and detail, giving the motorcycle a premium look that matches its road manners.

Skyline™ OS 12.3" TFT Display

At the center of the cockpit is the Skyline™ OS 12.3" full-color TFT display. It’s your command hub for ride modes, turn-by-turn navigation, Bluetooth pairing, and Apple CarPlay (wireless or wired) for familiar phone-based navigation and media. Two 5.25-inch fairing speakers powered by 50 watts per channel provide clear audio, and integrated digital gauges keep vital stats within a quick glance. The interface is designed to reduce menu-diving and present key info logically, whether you’re viewing maps, checking tire pressure with TPMS alerts, or accessing vehicle info like air temperature and oil pressure on the vehicle information screen.

Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements

Smart assistance doesn’t replace rider skill; it complements it. Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements bring cornering-aware variants of braking and traction systems to the platform: Cornering Enhanced ABS (C-ABS), Cornering Enhanced Electronic Linked Braking (C-ELB), Cornering Enhanced Traction Control (C-TCS), and Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control (C-DSCS). Together with standard ABS, ELB, Traction Control, Drag-Torque Slip Control, Vehicle Hold Control (VHC), and TPMS, these systems help the motorcycle respond consistently on variable surfaces and during off-camber or decreasing-radius turns. The goal is simple—support your intended path, with intervention that’s smooth and unobtrusive.