Harley-Davidson has officially revealed its 2026 Model year, dubbed “Chapter Two” lineup via H-D.com and Harley-Davidson’s official YouTube channel, showcasing 13 premium models for touring, trikes, adventure, and CVO custom platforms.
What does ‘Chapter Two” represent?
Chapter Two represents Harley-Davidson’s renewed push towards stacking its stable with a comprehensive list of premium offerings for its customers.
It’s the second phase of the brand’s plans to infuse their products with top-of-the-line engineering and technology, which began with its “Chapter One” launch occured in November last year. Chapter Two brings major updates across the lineup of Touring, Trike, Adventure Touring, and CVO platforms.
What was unveiled during the “Chapter Two” launch?
The premiere via Harley Davidson’s official YouTube channel introduced high-performance updates like the new Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine for its Road Glide and Street Glide models, alongside 13 new and refreshed models, which include:
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Street Glide Limited
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Road Glide Limited
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Street Glide 3 Limited
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Road Glide 3 Limited
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CVO Street Glide Limited
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CVO Road Glide ST
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CVO Street Glide
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CVO Street Glide ST
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CVO Street Glide 3 Limited
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Liberty Edition Heritage Classic
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Liberty Edition Street Glide
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Liberty Edition Street Glide 3 Limited
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Pan America 1250 ST (adventure addition)
What’s new in the 2026 Iterations of the Road Glide and Street Glide?
Harley-Davidson’s Street Glide Limited and Road Glide Limited represent the pinnacle of the brand’s Grand American Touring architecture. Designed for riders who place equal emphasis on luxury, performance, and comfort.
These Models are now powered by the newly developed Milwaukee-Eight VVT 117 engine, which delivers 12% increased power compared to its predecessor, at 105 horsepower and 176 Nm of peak torque.
The Limited variants feature top-of-the-line electronics and features such as a Rockford Fosgate sound system, embedded navigation display with touchscreen interface, and a host of comfort features all powered by Harley’s in-house Skyline OS infotainment platform.
What do CVO models offer for the Chapter Two phase?
The 2026 Harley-Davidson CVO models represent the pinnacle of limited-run luxury and performance. Powered by the impressive Milwaukee-Eight 121 V-Twin, producing 127 hp and 196 Nm, and coupled with high-performance components, which include Brembo brakes, titanium exhausts, and Showa suspension.
The CVO Road Glide ST is the most aggressive performance bagger in Harley’s CVO lineup, equipped with an aerodynamic sharknose fairing, lightweight wheels, and a 19-inch front and 18-inch rear wheel setup for precise, high-speed handling. In contrast, the new CVO Street Glide ST focuses on maximum speed and control, featuring adjustable ergonomics to support a more dynamic riding posture.
What does the 2026 Pan America 1250 Limited bring to Harley-Davidson’s adventure lineup?
The 2026 Pan America 1250 Limited further strengthens Harley-Davidson’s adventure lineup by further focusing on long-distance touring comfort without compromising its off-road prowess. Positioned as the most premium variant in the adventure lineup, it features enhanced touring equipment, improved comfort features for long-distance touring, and advanced off-road-centric electronic aids.
The Pan America 1250 Limited is powered by the liquid-cooled Revolution Max 1250 V-twinproducing 150 horsepower and 128 Nm of torque, paired to a slick 6-speed gearbox.
