Redesigned Sharknose Fairing. The iconic Sharknose fairing on the 2026 Harley-Davidson Road Glide is better than ever, designed with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to increase aerodynamic efficiency and reduce helmet buffeting. And it looks cool as hell.
Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2026 Harley-Davidson Road Glide: LOOK GOOD, LOOKING GOOD.
Introducing the 2026 Harley-Davidson Road Glide…
We upgraded the 2026 Road Glide to help you turn every ride to nowhere into an epic ride to everywhere. This bike was made to roam.
Nowhere Never Looked So Good
With a liquid-cooled Milwaukee-Eight 117 motor, selectable ride modes, ride-tuned suspension and the Skyline OS 12.3” display guiding the way, the 2026 Road Glide turns every nowhere into exactly where you want to be. Because freedom isn’t where you’re going, it’s how you move.
“There’s a difference between going for a ride and going somewhere you’ve never been. The Road Glide does both.”
2026 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
- 105 HP Horsepower
- 26.6 in. Seat Height, Laden
- 130 ft-lbs Engine Torque
- 44 mpg Fuel Economy
Milwaukee-Eight 117 Motor
A serious upgrade from the Milwaukee-Eight 114 motor, the Milwaukee-Eight 117 Classic delivers a broad torque curve that hits hard every time you twist the throttle.
Redesigned Sharknose Fairing
The iconic Sharknose fairing on the 2026 Road Glide is better than ever, designed with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to increase aerodynamic efficiency and reduce helmet buffeting. And it looks cool as hell.
LED Signature Lighting
LED lighting front and back fits the lines of the bike without adding clutter or distraction.
Skyline OS 12.3″ TFT Display
The 12.3” color touchscreen brings together navigation, music, and key bike data in one place. It’s bright, glove-friendly, and easy to use whether you’re cruising through town or logging serious miles
Paint + Graphics Made to Stand Out
Now available in Blood Orange, Purple Abyss, Aurora Blue Denim, Olive Steel/Vivid Black, and Teal Thunder/Vivid Black, along with standard Vivid Black and Dark Billiard Gray. Fresh paint and graphics give the 2026 Road Glide a sharper, more modern edge from every angle.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON REVEALS SELECT NEW 2026 MOTORCYCLES SHIPPING SOON TO WORLDWIDE AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIPS
MILWAUKEE – Harley-Davidson reveals selected new models from its 2026 motorcycle line up. These exciting motorcycles will be available soon at authorized Harley-Davidson dealerships globally.
Additional 2026 Harley-Davidson motorcycle models, including the limited-production Custom Vehicle Operation (CVO) collection, will be revealed in early 2026.
For 2026, the unmatched Harley-Davidson riding experience is more attainable than ever with the introduction of a Solo Trim Package for three popular models. Each model features a solo seat, Dark Billiard Gray paint, and cast aluminum wheels. The Solo Trim Package is available for the Heritage Classic ($19,999*), Street Bob ($14,999*), and the Street Glide models ($24,999*).
The additional 2026 Harley-Davidson models announced today are:
- The Street Glide and Road Glide Models: From the company that created the cross-country experience, these Grand American Touring models are optimized for customers who prioritize luxury, performance and long-haul comfort.
- The Low Rider S, Low Rider ST, Heritage Classic, Breakout, Fat Boy, and Street Bob Models:The diverse line of Harley-Davidson Cruiser motorcycles includes six very distinctive models, each presenting a specific stylistic personality, from nostalgic to high performance to boldly custom. Each model features the full suite of Rider Safety Enhancements by Harley-Davidson and the Milwaukee-Eight 117 powertrain, but in three unique tunes – with differences in intake and exhaust, cam profiles, and ride mode programming – to offer performance that matches the personality of each Cruiser model.
- The Sportster S, Nightster Special, and Nightster Models:Extraordinary performance and advanced technology combine to deliver a dynamic riding experience with styling inspired by Harley-Davidson heritage for these Sport motorcycles. The Revolution Max motor on these models features new engine covers offering an enhanced custom look. And a new option package for the Nightster model features bold Blood Orange paint with graphics inspired by Harley-Davidson flat track race bikes, plus chrome exhaust shields and 14-spoke cast aluminum wheels. Sport models will reach authorized Harley-Davidson dealerships globally in early 2026.
- The Pan America 1250 Special, and Pan America 1250 ST Models: Adventure Touring is for riders who turn touring into detouring. The award-winning Pan America 1250 Special motorcycle is a versatile, technologically advanced motorcycle designed to give its rider the confidence to explore a variety of on- and off-pavement routes. The Pan America 1250 ST model is tuned for nimble sport-touring pavement performance withpremium suspension and braking components, 17-inch wheels shod with performance tires and a quickshifter. Adventure Touring models will reach authorized Harley-Davidson dealerships globally in early 2026.
*Available only from dealers in the United States.
2026 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Where Will You Go?
From iconic looks to long-haul function, the 2026 Road Glide blends commanding design with a ride-tuned suspension, a Milwaukee-Eight 117 motor, and a 12.3″ Skyline OS display that brings tech, safety, and control to your fingertips. It’s ready.
Redesigned Sharknose Fairing
The iconic Sharknose fairing on the 2026 Road Glide is better than ever, designed with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to increase aerodynamic efficiency and reduce helmet buffeting. And it looks cool as hell
LED Signature Lighting
LED lighting front and back fits the lines of the bike without adding clutter or distraction.
Contrast-Cut Wheels
With an 18″ rear and 19″ front, these lightweight cast-aluminum wheels come in a distinctive gloss black finish with machined highlights and are purpose-built to make the 2026 Road Glide more maneuverable than ever.
Seat Design Built for All-Day Comfort
The one-piece seat design on the 2026 Road Glide creates a visual flow through the line of the bike while maintaining the highest standard for long-haul touring comfort.
Adjustable Handlebars for Rider Comfort
With 27 degrees of adjustability, you can roll the bars forward or back to lock in your ideal riding position. Fine‑tune your fit for all‑day comfort.
Paint + Graphics Made to Stand Out
Now available in Blood Orange, Purple Abyss, Aurora Blue Denim, Olive Steel/Vivid Black, and Teal Thunder/Vivid Black, along with standard Vivid Black and Dark Billiard Gray. Fresh paint and graphics give the 2026 Road Glide a sharper, more modern edge from every angle.
Milwaukee-Eight 117 Motor
A serious upgrade from the Milwaukee-Eight 114 motor, the Milwaukee-Eight 117 Classic delivers a broad torque curve that hits hard every time you twist the throttle.
Miles Made Smoother
Asymmetric emulsion shocks let you fine-tune preload quickly and easily, keeping the Road Glide composed when you’re loaded with gear, riding two-up, or on a solo mission.
Lead the Way with Skyline OS 12.3” TFT Display
The 12.3” color touchscreen brings together navigation, music, and key bike data in one place. It’s bright, glove-friendly, and easy to use whether you’re cruising through town or logging serious miles.
Selectable Ride Modes Ready for Any Road
Three pre-programmed ride modes adjust throttle mapping, Traction Control, ABS, and more to change the feel of the bike instantly. You can also create a custom mode to match your riding style and help you squeeze every ounce out of every ride.
Stay Planted with Rider Safety Enhancements
Rider Safety Enhancements come standard, giving you enhanced control and traction whether you’re in a corner or on a straight shot.
Premium Sound Made to Be Heard
A 4‑channel, 200‑watt amp rated at 50 watts per channel drives in‑fairing speakers built to cut through wind and engine noise, with every setting at your fingertips on the Skyline OS 12.3” TFT display.
RIDER SAFETY ENHANCEMENTS
Harley-Davidson’s Rider Safety Enhancements is all about giving you that extra peace of mind when things get a little unpredictable. It’s a set of smart tech that steps in during tricky situations, helping the bike handle traction while you’re accelerating, braking, or slowing down. With the Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements, the bike even adjusts for cornering, keeping things smooth and steady without you having to think twice.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
ABS is designed to prevent the wheels from locking under braking and helps the rider maintain control when braking in a straight-line, urgent situation.
Electronic Linked Braking (ELB)
This feature electronically applies braking effort to both wheels when the rider applies the front brake lever and, on some models when the rider applies the rear brake pedal. ELB can help many riders achieve better braking performance. It boosts braking power when needed while minimizing or stopping the linking for lighter braking or at lower speeds.
Traction Control System (TCS)
The TCS is designed to keep the rear wheel from “spinning out” when the motorcycle is accelerating in a straight line and enhances rider confidence.
Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS)
DSCS is designed to reduce excessive rear-wheel slip and help prevent rear-wheel lock under powertrain-induced deceleration, which typically occurs when the rider makes an abrupt downshift gear change or quickly reduces the throttle while on wet or slippery road surfaces.
Vehicle Hold Control (VHC)
With Vehicle Hold Control (VHC), your bike’s not rolling anywhere until you’re ready to go. Perfect for hill starts or ramps, VHC keeps the brakes locked after you let go, giving you a smooth, confident launch. Just give the brake lever or pedal a quick squeeze at a stop, and VHC has you covered until you’re ready to roll. Heads up: this isn’t a parking brake replacement, but it sure makes those uphill take-offs a breeze.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
TPMS alerts the rider through the information display to low or high tire air pressure. Maintaining proper tire air pressure is important both for vehicle performance and tire life.
Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System (C-ABS)
C-ABS is a variant of ABS that takes into consideration the lean angle of a two-wheel motorcycle, or the lateral acceleration of a Trike model. The brake pressure required to limit wheel slip when cornering is typically or lower than the pressure required under straight line operation.
Cornering Enhanced Electronic Linked Braking (C-ELB)
C-ELB takes into account the motorcycle lean angle or Trike lateral acceleration. C-ELB will alter the proportioning of brake pressure between the front and rear brakes when braking while cornering in an attempt to improve the ability of the bike to maintain the rider’s intended path.
Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System (C-TCS)
C-TCS is designed to prevent the rear wheel from excessive spinning under acceleration when going straight or cornering.
Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System (C-DSCS)
On bikes equipped with C-DSCS, the system helps keep the rear wheel from slipping or locking up when you quickly downshift or let off the throttle, especially on wet or slippery roads. When turning, it can adjust based on how much a two-wheel bike is leaning or the side-to-side motion on a Trike.
2026 Harley-Davidson Road Glide – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: from $27,999 USD
Canada MSRP Price: from $32,999 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £ See Dealer for Pricing in GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Dimensions
Length
94.9 in.
Width
37.2 in.
Seat Height, Laden +
26.6 in.
Ground Clearance
5.7 in.
Rake
26
Trail
6.8 in.
Wheelbase
64 in.
Tire, Type
Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and rear
Tires, Front Specification
130/60B19 M/C 61H
Tires, Rear Specification
180/55B18 M/C 80H
Fuel Capacity
6 gal.
Oil Capacity (w/filter)
5 qt.
Weight, In Running Order
838 lb.
Luggage Capacity -Volume
2.42 cu ft
Engine
Engine+
Milwaukee-Eight 117
Bore
4.075 in.
Stroke
4.5 in.
Displacement
117 cu in.
Compression Ratio
10.3:1
Fuel System+
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Exhaust
2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers
Performance
Engine Torque Testing Method
J1349
Engine Torque+
130 ft-lbs
Engine Torque (rpm)
3250
Horsepower
105 HP / 78 kW @ 4600 rpm
Lean Angle, Right (deg.)
32
Lean Angle, Left (deg.)
32
Fuel Economy Testing Method
Estimated City/Hwy
Fuel Economy+
44 mpg
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
49mm (1.9 in) Dual Bending Valve
Rear Shocks
3 in. Dual Outboard Emulsion with Preload Adjustability
Wheels, Front Type+
Cast aluminum
Wheels, Rear Type+
Cast aluminum
Brakes, Caliper Type
1.3 in., 4-piston fixed dual axially mounted front, and single axially mounted rear
Brakes, Rotor Type
Dual floating rotors (front), fixed rotor (rear)
Electric
Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp, Tail/Stop, Front Signal Lights, Rear Turn Signals+
Headlamp: LED; Tail/Stop: LED; Front Signal Lights/Rear Turn Signals: LED
Gauges
Digital gauges integrated within the display
Infotainment
Infotainment system
Skyline OS
Screen Size
12.3 in.
Type
Full Color TFT
Watts Per Channel
50
Speakers
2
Speaker Size
Two 5.25 in. fairing speakers
AM
Standard
FM
Standard
SD Card, Flash Drive and MP3 – via USB Connection
Supported
Languages
Arabic, Bahasa (Indonesian), Catalan, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (UK/USA default), Finnish, French (Canada/France), German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil/Portugal), Romanian, Russian, Siamese (Thai), Slovak, Spanish (Mexico/Spain), Swedish, Tagalog, Turkish, Vietnamese
Hands-free Mobile Phone – via Bluetooth
Standard
Voice Recognition Languages: Phone functions only
Phone dependent
Voice Recognition Languages: Tuner/Media/Navigation
Danish, English (UK/USA default), French (Canada/France), German, Italian, Spanish (Mexico/Spain), Swedish
Rider/Passenger Intercom
Rider and passenger headsets sold separately; VOX is available for H-D headsets
Vehicle Information Screen (Air temperature, oil pressure and EITMS)
Standard
Text-to-Speech (TTS) Languages
Same as Languages list
USB
USB-C/MTP/Smartphone will work with any phone which has proper adapters to the connection located in the inner fairing storage
Phone Connectivity
Apple CarPlay (wireless or wired)
Bluetooth
Phone/Media Player, Headset
2026 Harley-Davidson Road Glide – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details
Dimensions
Length
2,410 mm
Width
945 mm
Seat Height, Unladen
720 mm
Ground Clearance
145 mm
Rake
26
Trail
173 mm
Wheelbase
1,625 mm
Tire, Type
Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and rear
Tires, Front Specification
130/60B19 M/C 61H
Tires, Rear Specification
180/55B18 M/C 80H
Fuel Capacity
22.7 l
Oil Capacity (w/filter)
4.7 l
Weight, In Running Order
380 kg
Luggage Capacity -Volume
0.069 m3
Engine
Engine+
Milwaukee-Eight 117
Bore
103.5 mm
Stroke
114.3 mm
Displacement
1,923 cc
Compression Ratio
10.3:1
Fuel System+
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Exhaust
2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers
Performance
Engine Torque Testing Method
J1349
Engine Torque+
176 Nm
Engine Torque (rpm)
3250
Horsepower
105 HP / 78 kW @ 4600 rpm
Lean Angle, Right (deg.)
32
Lean Angle, Left (deg.)
32
Fuel Economy Testing Method
Estimated City/Hwy
Fuel Economy+
6 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
49mm Dual Bending Valve
Rear Shocks
76.2 mm Dual Outboard Emulsion with Preload Adjustability
Wheels, Front Type+
Cast aluminum
Wheels, Rear Type+
Cast aluminum
Brakes, Caliper Type
32 mm, 4-piston fixed dual axially mounted front, and single axially mounted rear
Brakes, Rotor Type
Dual floating rotors (front), fixed rotor (rear)
Electric
Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp, Tail/Stop/Front Signal Lights
Headlamp: LED; Tail/Stop: LED; Front Signal Lights/Rear Turn Signals: LED
Gauges
Digital gauges integrated within the display
Infotainment
Infotainment system
Skyline OS
Screen Size
312 mm
Type
Full Color TFT
Watts Per Channel
50
Speakers
2
Speaker Size
Two 5.25 in. (133 mm) fairing speakers
AM
Standard
FM
Standard
SD Card, Flash Drive and MP3 – via USB Connection
Supported
Languages
Arabic, Bahasa (Indonesian), Catalan, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (UK/USA default), Finnish, French (Canada/France), German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil/Portugal), Romanian, Russian, Siamese (Thai), Slovak, Spanish (Mexico/Spain), Swedish, Tagalog, Turkish, Vietnamese
Hands-free Mobile Phone – via Bluetooth
Standard
Voice Recognition Languages: Phone functions only
Phone dependent
Voice Recognition Languages: Tuner/Media/Navigation
Danish, English (UK/USA default), French (Canada/France), German, Italian, Spanish (Mexico/Spain), Swedish
Rider/Passenger Intercom
Rider and passenger headsets sold separately; VOX is available for H-D headsets
Vehicle Information Screen (Air temperature, oil pressure and EITMS)
Standard
Text-to-Speech (TTS) Languages
Same as Languages list
USB
USB-C/MTP/Smartphone will work with any phone which has proper adapters to the connection located in the inner fairing storage
Phone Connectivity
Apple CarPlay (wireless or wired)
Bluetooth
Phone/Media Player, Headset
2026 Harley-Davidson Road Glide – Totalmotorcycle.com Europe Specifications/Technical Details
Dimensions
Length
2,410 mm
Width
945 mm
Seat Height, Unladen
720 mm
Ground Clearance
145 mm
Rake
26
Trail
173 mm
Wheelbase
1,625 mm
Tire, Type
Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and rear
Tires, Front Specification
130/60B19 M/C 61H
Tires, Rear Specification
180/55B18 M/C 80H
Fuel Capacity
22.7 l
Oil Capacity (w/filter)
4.7 l
Weight, In Running Order
380 kg
Luggage Capacity -Volume
0.069 m3
Engine
Engine+
Milwaukee-Eight 117
Bore
103.5 mm
Stroke
114.3 mm
Displacement
1,923 cc
Compression Ratio
10.3:1
Fuel System+
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Exhaust
2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers
Performance
Engine Torque Testing Method
EC 134/2014
Engine Torque+
175 Nm
Engine Torque (rpm)
3500
Horsepower
107 HP / 80 kW @ 5020 rpm
Lean Angle, Right (deg.)
32
Lean Angle, Left (deg.)
32
Fuel Economy Testing Method
EU 134/2014
Fuel Economy+
5.9 l/100 km
CO2 Emissions Testing Method
EU 134/2014
CO2 Emissions
140 g/km CO2
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
49mm Dual Bending Valve
Rear Shocks
76.2 mm Dual Outboard Emulsion with Preload Adjustability
Wheels, Front Type+
Cast aluminum
Wheels, Rear Type+
Cast aluminum
Brakes, Caliper Type
32 mm, 4-piston fixed dual axially mounted front, and single axially mounted rear
Brakes, Rotor Type
Dual floating rotors (front), fixed rotor (rear)
Electric
Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp, Tail/Stop, Front Signal Lights, Rear Turn Signals
Headlamp: LED; Tail/Stop: LED; Front Signal Lights/Rear Turn Signals: LED
Gauges
Digital gauges integrated within the display
Infotainment
Infotainment system
Skyline OS
Screen Size
312 mm
Type
Full Color TFT
Watts Per Channel
50
Speakers
2
Speaker Size
Two 133 mm fairing speakers
AM
Standard
FM
Standard
SD Card, Flash Drive and MP3 – via USB Connection
Supported
Languages
Arabic, Bahasa (Indonesian), Catalan, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (UK/USA default), Finnish, French (Canada/France), German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil/Portugal), Romanian, Russian, Siamese (Thai), Slovak, Spanish (Mexico/Spain), Swedish, Tagalog, Turkish, Vietnamese
Hands-free Mobile Phone – via Bluetooth
Standard
Voice Recognition Languages: Phone functions only
Phone dependent
Voice Recognition Languages: Tuner/Media/Navigation
Danish, English (UK/USA default), French (Canada/France), German, Italian, Spanish (Mexico/Spain), Swedish
Rider/Passenger Intercom
Rider and passenger headsets sold separately; VOX is available for H-D headsets
Vehicle Information Screen (Air temperature, oil pressure and EITMS)
Standard
Text-to-Speech (TTS) Languages
Same as Languages list
USB
USB-C/MTP/Smartphone will work with any phone which has proper adapters to the connection located in the inner fairing storage
Phone Connectivity
Apple CarPlay (wireless or wired)
Bluetooth
Phone/Media Player, Headset
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