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

Milwaukee-Eight® 117 High Output Motor

The Milwaukee-Eight® 117 High Output is tuned for immediate throttle response and a deep torque well that makes overtakes effortless. Rated at 114 HP and 128 ft-lbs of torque, the 117 cu in. V-Twin breathes through a Heavy Breather intake designed to feed cooler, denser air while the 2-into-1 exhaust optimizes scavenging for crisp midrange punch. A 10.3:1 compression ratio and precise Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) sharpen the engine’s response, with power that hits early and carries. The 6-speed gearbox’s ratios complement the motor’s character, especially the closely positioned middle gears that keep you in the heart of the torque curve on winding roads. It is the kind of engine that feels unflappable in everyday riding, with the bearing smoothness and cadence riders expect from Harley-Davidson®.

Performance-Tuned 2-into-1 Exhaust

The performance-tuned 2-into-1 exhaust is more than a styling cue. By prioritizing exhaust velocity and efficient scavenging, it helps flatten and widen the usable torque band. That translates to stronger roll-on from corner exits and fewer unnecessary downshifts. The header incorporates a catalyst to meet modern standards while preserving a crisp, authoritative note under load. Paired with the Heavy Breather intake, the exhaust complements the High Output calibration to deliver strong midrange drive and consistent power through the revs. It is a system engineered to feel responsive across the real-world rpm range where riders actually spend their time.

Rider Safety Enhancements + Ride Modes

Confidence grows when the motorcycle communicates clearly and supports you in unstable conditions. That is the role of the Rider Safety Enhancements and selectable ride modes. Technologies include Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS), and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Cornering functionality adds another layer, with Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System (C-ABS), Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System (C-TCS), and Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System (C-DSCS) adjusting intervention based on lean angle. Together, the systems help manage wheel slip during acceleration, braking, and abrupt deceleration, especially on rain-polished or debris-strewn surfaces. Selectable ride modes let you tailor throttle response and system thresholds to the ride’s demands, letting you keep focus on the line and the traffic ahead.

All-LED Lighting Package

Forward visibility and conspicuity matter, especially when you are riding before dawn or on the last leg home at dusk. The All-LED Lighting Package equips the headlamp with LED low beam, high beam, and a signature position lamp for a crisp, even spread of light and a color temperature that helps reveal road texture. The LED Buffett tail lamp and LED Bullet Turn Signals contribute both visibility and longevity, drawing less power and resisting vibration better than filament bulbs. In practical terms, that means clearer sight lines and more consistent awareness from surrounding traffic, ride after ride. The package aligns with the bike’s performance-first approach while reinforcing a modern, blacked-out aesthetic.

Blacked-Out and Dialed-In

This motorcycle’s stance radiates intent. Black, Radiate Cast Aluminum wheels set the tone, matched by black split 7-spoke floating rotors and a purposeful cockpit with a 4-inch analog speedometer and digital display for gear, odometer, fuel level, ride modes, heated gear status, traction control, ABS, TPMS, cruise control, clock, trip, range, and tachometer indications. The steep-backed solo seat locks you in for firm support under hard acceleration, while premium paint and graphics options, including Aurora Blue Denim, add contrast without diluting the attitude. Michelin® Scorcher 31 tires, a 28-degree rake, and 5.7 in. of trail contribute to planted steering feel, and the hidden coil-over monoshock keeps the profile clean without compromising adjustability. It looks as serious as it rides.