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

Milwaukee-Eight® 117 V-Twin

At the heart of this motorcycle is the Milwaukee-Eight® 117, a liquid-cooled V-Twin built for longer legs and immediate response. With 105 HP and 130 ft-lbs of torque at 3,250 rpm, it pulls smartly from low revs and keeps the pace strong on sweeping two-lanes or multi-lane interstates. Its 4.075-inch bore and 4.5-inch stroke pair with a 10.3:1 compression ratio and Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) for crisp fueling across conditions. A 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers balances deep tone and touring composure, while overall driveline ratios are tuned for real-world flexibility. Roll on through late-afternoon headwinds or ease along sunrise runs—the 117 responds with poised acceleration and steady, low-vibration cruising manners.

Redesigned Sharknose Fairing

This iconic, frame-mounted fairing is all about functional flow. The latest redesign enhances laminar airflow around the rider, which helps reduce turbulence at the helmet and shoulders to minimize fatigue over distance. LED signature lighting stands out day and night for visibility and a modern, premium look. Contrast-cut wheels complement the fairing’s strong lines, and adjustable handlebars make it easy to fine-tune reach and posture for your build and preferred riding position. With the fairing anchored to the frame, steering inputs remain light and precise—so carving long sweepers or tracking confidently through crosswinds feels intuitive and settled.

Skyline™ OS 12.3-inch TFT Display

The Skyline™ OS display centralizes touring essentials into one crisp, full-color 12.3-inch interface. Apple CarPlay (wireless or wired) integrates maps and media the way you prefer, while Bluetooth supports phone, media player, and headset connections. The system includes AM/FM, extensive language support, text-to-speech, and integrated vehicle data screens for quick checks of temperature, oil pressure, and more. With 50 watts per channel and two 5.25-inch fairing speakers, the audio system projects cleanly at speed, and voice recognition (where supported) keeps hands focused on the grips. Digital gauges are integrated within the display, simplifying the dash and letting you prioritize what you want to see when you want to see it.

Rider Safety Enhancements

Available Rider Safety Enhancements are designed to support control when traction is compromised or conditions change quickly. The system suite includes Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Linked Braking (ELB), Traction Control System (TCS), Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS), Vehicle Hold Control (VHC), and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements offer added intelligence through Cornering Enhanced ABS (C-ABS), Electronic Linked Braking (C-ELB), Traction Control (C-TCS), and Drag-Torque Slip Control (C-DSCS), which adapt system responses to lean angle. These technologies are tuned to intervene smoothly and predictably—helping you maintain your line during mid-corner braking or throttle transitions on variable surfaces.

Ride-Tuned Suspension and Touring Chassis

Chassis geometry and suspension spec are dialed for distance. Up front, a 49mm Dual Bending Valve fork provides controlled damping, while the rear uses dual outboard emulsion shocks with 3 inches of travel and preload adjustability to match load or road. Braking is handled by dual 4-piston fixed front calipers over floating rotors, with a single rear caliper on a fixed rotor. The Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series tires—130/60B19 front and 180/55B18 rear—pair with a 64-inch wheelbase, 26-degree rake, and 6.8 inches of trail to deliver 32 degrees of lean on either side and stable straight-line tracking. With a laden seat height of 26.6 inches and running-order weight of 838 pounds, the platform feels planted yet manageable in parking lots and utterly composed on the open road.