Key Features of the 2026 Harley-Davidson® Street Bob®

Milwaukee-Eight® 117 Classic V-Twin

Harley-Davidson® gave the Street Bob® its strongest production cruiser heartbeat yet: the Milwaukee-Eight® 117 Classic. With 4.075-inch bore and 4.5-inch stroke, a 10.3:1 compression ratio, and Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), it’s tuned for street-real torque—120 ft-lbs at 2,500 rpm and 98 HP at 4,600 rpm. That broad, low-end shove makes short work of urban gaps and two-lane passes, while the classic V-Twin cadence stays smooth and satisfying at cruise. The 6-speed gearbox puts the torque where you want it, and the primary drive’s 34/46 ratio and well-spaced gear ratios (down to 2.79 in 6th) help keep revs in the sweet spot. It’s the kind of powertrain that invites short-shifted sprints and relaxed runs—always ready, never fussy.

Selectable Ride Modes + 4-inch Display

The updated cockpit is honest and useful, pairing an analog 4-inch speedometer with a digital window for gear position, fuel level, traction control, ABS, TPMS, trip range, and more. Selectable ride modes let you tailor throttle response and traction behavior to changing conditions—ideal when weather shifts mid-ride or surfaces demand a lighter touch. The display even supports indicators for heated gear and cruise control, and while those items may be available depending on setup, what stands out is how clearly the Street Bob® communicates with the rider. It’s a modern control center that preserves classic lines, keeping attention where it belongs—on the road.

Rider Safety Enhancements with Cornering Technologies

Confidence is standard. The Street Bob® comes with Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) to help prevent wheel lock during urgent, straight-line stops, and Traction Control System (TCS) to manage rear-wheel spin under acceleration. Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS) reduces excessive rear slip during abrupt decel or downshifts, while Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) keeps you informed on tire health. Cornering variants—Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System (C-ABS), Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System (C-TCS), and Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System (C-DSCS)—adjust intervention while leaning, smoothing responses when you need them most. It’s an integrated approach to stability that supports your inputs without stealing the ride.

Refined Softail® Chassis and Suspension

The Softail® frame gives the Street Bob® its planted, responsive feel—a rigid backbone for precision combined with a hidden, free-piston coil-over monoshock (43 mm stroke) that keeps the lines clean. Up front, a 49 mm dual-bending valve fork with dual-rate springs and aluminum triple clamps balances compliance with control. The result is a cruiser that tracks true in sweepers, settles quickly over patched asphalt, and remains easy to manage at parking-lot speeds. The 28.5-degree lean angles to both sides broaden your line choices, and cam-style rear preload adjustment lets you dial in for solo runs or a loaded weekend.

All-LED Lighting and Street-Ready Details

From headlamp to turn signals, the Street Bob® is fully LED—bright low and high beams with a signature position lamp, plus bullet-style LED stop/tail/turn signals that punch through traffic and twilight. Lighting is both a style choice and a safety advantage here, matching the bike’s pared-down attitude while improving conspicuity. Black Annihilator cast aluminum wheels are standard for quick steering response and durability, while optional painted aluminum tubeless laced wheels add classic form with modern function. It’s finished with timeless tank medallions and colorways that feel authentic today and for years to come.