2026 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Street Glide® in Springfield, MO
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The 2026 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Street Glide® is engineered as a factory-custom touring motorcycle that integrates high-displacement power, refined chassis geometry, advanced braking systems, and a fully digital infotainment interface. This model combines a Milwaukee-Eight® VVT 121 engine with a reinforced mild steel frame, premium suspension components, and comprehensive rider safety enhancements. Every specification reflects a deliberate balance between long-distance comfort, mechanical durability, and controlled performance. The following detailed overview presents the technical features and verified specifications of the 2026 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Street Glide® in a structured and precise format.
Milwaukee-Eight® VVT 121 Engine Configuration
The 2026 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Street Glide® uses the Milwaukee-Eight® VVT 121 engine, a 121 cubic inch, or 1,977 cc, V-twin powerplant. The bore measures 4.075 inches, or 103.5 mm, and the stroke extends to 4.625 inches, or 117.5 mm. This long-stroke configuration contributes to sustained torque delivery across lower and mid-range rpm.
The compression ratio is rated at 11.4 to 1. The engine produces 139 ft-lb, or 189 Nm, of torque at 3,000 rpm and delivers 115 horsepower, or 86 kW, at 4,500 rpm. Torque testing follows J1349 standards. Variable Valve Timing adjusts valve operation to optimize combustion efficiency and output across varying engine speeds.
The valvetrain uses pushrod-operated overhead valves with hydraulic self-adjusting lifters and four valves per cylinder. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection manages fuel delivery. The system recommends 91 octane or higher fuel using the R plus M divided by two method. Air intake passes through a synthetic felt washable air cleaner. Exhaust gases exit through a 2-1-2 dual exhaust configuration. Lubrication is maintained by a pressurized dry-sump system designed to ensure consistent oil flow during extended operation.
6-Speed Cruise Drive® Transmission and Drivetrain Engineering
The engine transfers power through a mechanically actuated 10-plate wet clutch with Assist and Slip functionality. This configuration reduces clutch lever effort and limits rear wheel hop during aggressive downshifts. The primary drive operates on a 34/46 chain ratio. Final drive is handled by a 32/68 belt ratio, contributing to smooth power transmission and long-term durability.
The 6-Speed Cruise Drive® transmission provides a broad gear ratio spread. The overall gear ratios are 9.593 in first gear, 6.65 in second gear, 4.938 in third gear, 4.0 in fourth gear, 3.407 in fifth gear, and 2.875 in sixth gear. The lower gears support acceleration from a standstill, while sixth gear reduces engine rpm at highway speeds to support touring efficiency.
Structural Frame and Chassis Geometry
The chassis of the 2026 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Street Glide® is constructed from mild steel using a tubular frame design with a two-piece stamped and welded backbone. Cast and forged junctions reinforce structural stress points. Twin down tubes increase rigidity in the front section. The rear frame is bolt-on and features forged fender supports. All primary joints are MIG welded for consistency and strength.
The swingarm is fabricated from mild steel using a two-piece drawn and welded section with forged junctions. This construction enhances rear suspension alignment and load stability.
Steering geometry includes a 26-degree rake and a 30-degree fork angle. Trail measures 6.7 inches. Wheelbase is set at 64 inches. These measurements provide stable straight-line tracking combined with responsive steering input during cornering. The lean angle measures 32 degrees on both the right and left sides, tested according to J1168 standards.
Suspension Components and Ride Characteristics
Front suspension consists of 47 mm inverted 1x1 front forks. Suspension travel at the front measures 4.6 inches. The inverted design increases torsional rigidity and improves steering feedback.
Rear suspension features dual adjustable emulsion shocks. The left shock includes remote preload adjustment. The right shock uses threaded preload adjustment. Rear suspension travel measures 3 inches. This configuration allows riders to adjust preload settings to accommodate passenger weight or luggage load.
Static ground clearance measures 5.5 inches. The overall length of the motorcycle is 94.9 inches. Overall width measures 38.4 inches, and overall height measures 53.1 inches. Seat height is 26.7 inches laden and 28.2 inches unladen.
Wheels, Tires, and Braking System Specifications
The 2026 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Street Glide® rides on gloss black 9-spoke cast aluminum wheels. The front wheel measures 19 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches in width. The rear wheel measures 18 inches in diameter and 5 inches in width.
The front tire is a Dunlop® Harley-Davidson® Series D408F with a 130/60B19 M/C 61H specification. The rear tire is a Dunlop® Harley-Davidson® Series D407T with a 180/55B18 M/C 80H specification.
Braking performance relies on 32 mm 4-piston fixed calipers mounted radially at the front and a single axially mounted caliper at the rear. The front uses dual floating rotors with a diameter of 12.6 inches and a thickness of 0.18 inches. The rear rotor measures 11.8 inches, with a thickness of 0.28 inches. Anti-Lock Braking System is standard equipment.
Integrated Rider Safety Enhancements
The 2026 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Street Glide® includes a comprehensive rider safety suite. Anti-Lock Braking System manages braking pressure during wheel slip. Electronic Linked Braking distributes brake force between front and rear systems. The Traction Control System regulates wheel spin during acceleration. The Drag-Torque Slip Control System manages rear wheel traction during aggressive downshifts. Vehicle Hold Control assists riders during stopped incline conditions. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System provides tire pressure data to the rider.
Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements adjust performance based on lean angle input. Cornering Enhanced Anti-Lock Braking System modifies braking force while the motorcycle is leaned. Cornering Enhanced Electronic Linked Braking balances front and rear braking in turning scenarios. Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System adapts traction response during leaned acceleration. Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System reduces rear wheel slip during cornering deceleration.
Electrical Output and Power Management
The 2026 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Street Glide® uses a sealed maintenance-free 12-volt battery rated at 28 amp-hours and 405 cold cranking amps according to Battery Council International ratings. Charging is supported by a three-phase 58-amp system capable of producing 754 watts maximum power at 13 volts.
Starting is handled by a 1.6 kW electric starter with solenoid shift starter motor engagement. LED lighting is standard for the headlamp, tail and stop lamp, front signal lights, and rear turn signals. Gauges are digital and integrated within the display. A 15-watt USB-C electric power accessory port is located in the media storage box.
Skyline™ OS Infotainment and Digital Interface
The infotainment system operates on Skyline™ OS and features a 12.3-inch, full-color TFT display. The display integrates digital instrumentation and system information into a single interface.
Audio output provides 125 watts per channel through four speakers. The configuration includes two 6.5-inch fairing speakers and two 5 by 7-inch saddlebag speakers. AM and FM radio are standard. Media playback is supported through USB connection. Hands-free mobile phone connectivity operates via Bluetooth®. Phone connectivity supports Apple CarPlay® in wireless or wired form. Bluetooth® also supports phone, media player, and headset integration.
The system includes embedded navigation capability with traffic and weather information via Wi-Fi hotspot. Rider and passenger intercom functionality is supported when equipped with compatible Harley-Davidson® Packtalk Edge wireless Bluetooth® headset units. Text-to-Speech languages align with available system languages. The vehicle information screen displays air temperature, oil pressure, and EITMS data.
Fuel Capacity, Efficiency, and Operating Weights
Fuel capacity is rated at 6 gallons, or 22.7 liters. Reserve fuel capacity with warning light is 1 gallon. Fuel economy is estimated at 45 miles per gallon, or 5.1 liters per 100 kilometers, using estimated city and highway testing methods.
Oil capacity with a filter is 5 quarts, or 4.7 liters. Transmission capacity is 1 quart. Primary chain case capacity measures 1.1 quarts. Coolant capacity is 0.82 quarts.
Weight as shipped is 800 pounds. Weight in running order is 838 pounds. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is 1,360 pounds. Gross Axle Weight Rating is 500 pounds at the front and 927 pounds at the rear. Luggage capacity totals 2.2 cubic feet.