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

Milwaukee-Eight® 117 High Output

The heart of the Low Rider® S is the Milwaukee-Eight® 117 High Output, delivering 114 HP and 128 ft-lbs of torque with a 10.3:1 compression ratio. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) meters fuel precisely for smooth fueling and quick response, while the Heavy Breather intake feeds cool, dense air for stronger midrange thrust. The power curve is tuned to hit hard right where you ride — from roll-on passes to highway merges — and the engine’s refined balance preserves the signature pulse without excess vibration. Backed by a robust 6-speed transmission and optimized overall gear ratios, the 117 High Output keeps the bike in the sweet spot of its torque band whether you are charging out of corners or cruising at a steady clip.

Performance-Tuned 2-Into-1 Exhaust

A performance-tuned 2-into-1 exhaust complements the engine’s breathing and helps define the Low Rider® S character. The system’s scavenging effect enhances midrange response, translating each throttle input into clean, immediate drive. A catalyst in the header integrates seamlessly without compromising the system’s performance intent. Acoustic tuning yields a deep, assertive note that rises with the revs — muscular without being overwhelming on longer rides. When paired with the Heavy Breather intake and the 117 High Output tune, the exhaust is a key contributor to the bike’s rip-ready personality.

Rider Safety Enhancements + Ride Modes

Standard Rider Safety Enhancements support traction and stability when the road throws you a curve. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) helps prevent wheel lock during urgent straight-line braking, while Traction Control System (TCS) reduces excessive rear-wheel spin under acceleration. Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS) helps moderate rear-wheel slip under powertrain-induced deceleration, especially during abrupt downshifts. Cornering Enhanced variants — C-ABS, C-TCS, and C-DSCS — further refine response as lean angle increases, helping maintain composure mid-corner. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) alerts you to pressure changes that can affect performance and tire life. Selectable ride modes tailor throttle response and intervention levels to your preference and conditions, giving you set-and-forget confidence whether the pavement is hot, cold, wet, or winding.

All-LED Lighting Package

Visibility is performance too. The All-LED Lighting Package equips the Low Rider® S with a bright LED headlamp for both low and high beams, a signature position lamp, LED Bullet Turn Signals, and an LED Buffett tail lamp. The result is crisp, consistent illumination that helps you see and be seen with faster on-off response and lower draw than traditional bulbs. Beyond function, the LED package creates a modern, purposeful visual signature that complements the bike’s blacked-out design language.

Blacked-Out and Dialed-In

The stance tells the story — steep-backed solo seat, mid-mounted controls, and taller rear shocks bring you into the bike for authority at the bars and a natural lock on the chassis mid-corner. Black, Radiate Cast Aluminum wheels wrapped in Michelin® Scorcher 31 tires enhance grip and feedback, while the 4-piston front and 2-piston rear brake setup provides measured stopping power through split 7-spoke floating rotors. Premium paint and graphics, including the available Aurora Blue Denim, contrast cleanly with the dark hardware. A 4-inch analog speedometer integrates a digital readout with gear, odometer, fuel, ride modes, traction control, ABS, TPMS, cruise control indicators, and more — a perfect bridge between classic form and modern function.