Key Features of the 2026 Harley-Davidson® Low Rider® S

Milwaukee-Eight® 117 High Output motor

The heart of the Low Rider® S is the Milwaukee-Eight® 117 High Output motor, tuned to deliver 114 HP and 128 ft-lbs of torque with immediate, satisfying response. This engine pairs a 4.075-inch bore and 4.5-inch stroke with a 10.3:1 compression ratio and Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI). The “High Output” tuning sharpens throttle response and widens the useful rev range, while the Heavy Breather intake ensures the motor gets clean, cool air when you are deep in the throttle. The result is a surge of torque that makes quick work of on-ramps and roll-ons, with smooth fueling and a distinctive Harley-Davidson® pulse you can feel. It is the kind of powerplant that encourages you to ride the torque curve and rewards precision with effortless acceleration.

Performance-Tuned 2-into-1 Exhaust

Matched to the 117 High Output motor is a performance-tuned 2-into-1 exhaust with a catalyst in the header, engineered to support strong midrange and top-end power. The 2-into-1 design optimizes scavenging for smoother flow and more linear response, translating every twist of the throttle into forward drive without flat spots. Throttle transitions feel crisp, the soundtrack is unapologetically muscular, and the system’s integration maintains ground clearance and lean-angle capability. When you combine the Heavy Breather intake, the 2-into-1 exhaust, and the motor’s tuning, you get a harmonized package that pulls hard through the revs while staying tractable at everyday speeds.

Rider Safety Enhancements + Ride Modes

Confidence comes standard. The Low Rider® S includes Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS), and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) to support consistent performance when conditions are less than ideal. Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements further elevate control with Cornering Enhanced ABS (C-ABS), Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System (C-TCS), and Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System (C-DSCS), tailoring intervention as the bike leans. Selectable ride modes adjust power delivery and system thresholds, giving you a setup that matches the road and your intent. It is tech that works with you, stepping in when needed while preserving a natural, connected riding experience.

All-LED Lighting Package

Visibility and presence matter, and the All-LED Lighting Package delivers. The headlamp combines low beam, high beam, and a signature position lamp to project a bright, focused spread without the warm-up time of older tech. LED Bullet Turn Signals and an LED tail/stop lamp complement the headlamps for instant illumination and clean style. Day or night, lighting quality is consistent and sharp, improving the view ahead and your conspicuity to surrounding traffic. Paired with the low, aggressive stance and blacked-out details, the lighting package underscores the Low Rider® S identity as a modern performance machine built to be seen.

Performance-Retuned Suspension and Taller Rear Shocks

The chassis tuning is where the Low Rider® S separates itself. Up front, a 43 mm inverted single-cartridge fork with aluminum triple clamps and a single-rate spring supplies precise steering feel and excellent support under hard braking. Out back, a hidden, free-piston coil-over monoshock with a 56 mm stroke and hydraulic preload adjustment teams with taller rear shocks to elevate cornering clearance and smooth out repetitive impacts. Geometry is dialed with a 28-degree rake, 5.7 inches of trail, and a 63.6-inch wheelbase to balance stability and agility. Black Radiate Cast Aluminum wheels wear Michelin® Scorcher 31 rubber for confident grip. Braking is handled by a 4-piston fixed front caliper and a 2-piston floating rear caliper with black split 7-spoke floating rotors. The sum is a setup that feels planted mid-corner, resists brake dive, and communicates grip clearly through the bars and seat.