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

Milwaukee-Eight® 117 High Output Motor

At the heart is the Milwaukee-Eight® 117 High Output Motor — a big-cube V-Twin tuned to deliver 114 HP and 128 ft-lbs at 4,000 rpm. The Heavy Breather intake feeds cool air efficiently while the Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) meters fuel with precision for strong, predictable roll-on. This high-output calibration emphasizes hard-hitting midrange with the kind of response you can feel as soon as you crack the throttle. A 10.3:1 compression ratio and a broad torque spread mean fewer shifts when you want to stay on the meat of the power, especially hustling out of corners. Pair that with a primary chain drive and close overall gear ratios in 3rd and 4th for punch where backroad riding happens most — and a tall 6th to relax the engine when the miles stretch out.

Performance-Tuned 2-Into-1 Exhaust

The performance-tuned 2-into-1 exhaust is about more than sound — its collector and backpressure characteristics help broaden usable torque and clean up throttle response across the rev range. With a catalyst in the header and a design that prioritizes flow, you get the crisp, eager feeling riders expect from a modern performance cruiser. The system complements the Heavy Breather intake to support the 117 High Output calibration, delivering a smooth, muscular wave of power that makes passing effortless and corner exits more assertive. The finishing touch is a stance and silhouette that look right on a blacked-out, West Coast-styled machine.

Rider Safety Enhancements + Ride Modes

Standard Rider Safety Enhancements bring a suite of smart systems designed to assist when riding conditions get unpredictable. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) helps prevent wheel lock under hard, straight-line braking. Traction Control System (TCS) curbs excessive rear-wheel spin during straight-line acceleration. Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS) reduces excessive rear-wheel slip during abrupt decel or downshifts, especially on slick surfaces. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) alerts you to low or high tire pressure. Cornering variants — C-ABS, C-TCS, and C-DSCS — account for lean angle to fine-tune intervention in turns, supporting smoother, more controlled inputs. Selectable ride modes tailor throttle response and system thresholds to match your intent, whether you are dialing in a calmer setup for congested roads or opening up response on clear backroads. The result is confidence that stays in the background until you need it.

All-LED Lighting Package

The All-LED Lighting Package increases conspicuity and road coverage with a full LED headlamp, low and high beam, and a signature position lamp. Out back, an LED tail lamp and LED Bullet Turn Signals round out a package that is bright, responsive, and low-maintenance. LEDs illuminate the road with a clean, white light that helps you read pavement texture and apexes more clearly. On busy urban routes, that extra visibility helps you stand out to surrounding traffic; on rural two-lanes, it helps reveal surface changes sooner so your inputs stay ahead of the curve.

Blacked-Out and Dialed-In

The Low Rider® S telegraphs its intent through a cohesive, blacked-out presentation and details that matter when you ride hard. Black Radiate Cast Aluminum wheels, black split 7-spoke floating rotors, and a cockpit anchored by a 4-inch analog speedometer with a smart digital readout — including gear position, fuel level, ride modes, heated gear, traction control, ABS, TPMS, cruise control, trip, range, and tach indications — keep the essentials in view. A steep-backed solo seat locks you into the bike under acceleration and provides support on long pulls. With a 27-inch laden seat height, 31.3 degrees of lean on both sides, and Michelin® Scorcher 31 tires, the chassis is set up for confident steering inputs and predictable feedback. Premium paint and graphics — including available Aurora Blue Denim — finish the look with modern edge and factory polish.