2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition Review

2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition
The 2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition channels old-school Americana with a modern edge. A timeless nod to 250 years of freedom, independence, and the miles that make us who we are.
ReviewKey FeaturesFeatures & BenefitsSpecifications

2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition 2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition 2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition 2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition 2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition 2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition 2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition

2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition: MAKE BORING ROADS FUN AGAIN.

Introducing the 2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition…

The 2026 Heritage Classic Liberty Edition channels old-school Americana with a modern edge. Midnight Ember paint and eagle graphics echo the Bicentennial and Liberty Editions that came before it, tying a new chapter to a proud lineage. A blue-tinted windshield, stitched leather details, and Liberty badging bring the look home as a timeless nod to 250 years of freedom, independence, and the miles that make us who we are.

Enthusiast Collection – Liberty Edition: As the United States of America celebrates 250 years of freedom these special motorcycles honor the spirit of exploration and independence that inspired generations of travelers across this great country and the world. Three Harley-Davidson models will be included in the Enthusiast Collection – Liberty Edition: the Street Glide, Street Glide 3 Limited and Heritage Classic motorcycles. Each features a base color of Midnight Ember, a heavy metallic black that is exclusive to the Liberty Edition. Special graphics include a Liberty Edition eagle graphic on fuel tank sides with see-through #1 medallion, Liberty Edition eagle graphic on the fairing, additional graphics and Liberty Edition console and engine cover inserts. Seats feature blue seam stitching, red/white/blue striped accent stitching, an embossed center panel and embroidered Bar & Shield logo. Liberty Edition Street Glide and Heritage Classic models feature a blue-tint windshield. Mechanical features of each model are identical to the corresponding regular-production 2026 model. Enthusiast Collection motorcycles are created in very limited quantities and Liberty Edition production will be capped at about 2,500 models combined globally.

The 2026 Heritage Classic is the perfect blend of vintage soul with modern muscle. We’ve packed a Milwaukee-Eight 117 motor into its low-slung frame and mated it to a performance-tuned 2-into-1 exhaust that makes it a monster. It also comes with lockable symmetrical saddlebags, LED lighting all around, and optional tubeless laced wheels. The only thing “Classic” about it is the name.

The 2026 Heritage Classic is proof that a factory custom can honor the past, live in the present, and still be ready for whatever comes next.

Timeless Style That Refuses to Sit Still

“I’ve owned a lot of bikes over the years, but this one feels like all of them rolled into one. It’s got the soul I remember and performance that I couldn’t have even dreamed about.”

 

 

 

 

2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features

  • 98 HP Horsepower
  • 26.3 in. Seat Height, Laden
  • 47 mpg Fuel Economy
  • 120 ft-lbs Engine Torque

Milwaukee-Eight 117 Classic Motor Built to Thrill
Big torque, smooth delivery, and the unmistakable sound of a Harley V-Twin motor. This is the most powerful Heritage Classic yet.

Performance-Tuned 2-Into-1 Exhaust
Built to move more air and deliver richer sound while balancing the bike’s symmetrical saddlebags, it’s equal parts performance and presence.

Two-Tone Detachable Windshield
Vintage style, modern function. The Heritage Classic’s detachable windshield cuts wind and keeps pressure off your shoulders when you’re freewheeling highway miles, then pops off for a clean, stripped-down look when you’re bopping around town.

Lockable, Sealed Saddlebags
Symmetrical, weather-tight saddlebags keep your gear secure and dry, with enough style to look like they’ve been here since day one.

 

 

HARLEY-DAVIDSON DEBUTS NEW 2026 GRAND AMERICAN TOURING, TRIKE, ADVENTURE AND CUSTOM VEHICLE OPERATION MOTORCYCLES

New Enthusiast Collection – Liberty Edition Models Celebrate 250th Anniversary of USA

Harley-Davidson today revealed 13 new models joining its 2026 motorcycle portfolio, and debuted the “Model Year 2026 Reveal – Chapter Two – January 14th”

New models announced today include the Street Glide Limited and Road Glide Limited motorcycles offering a dramatic evolution of the Harley-Davidson Grand American Touring platform. The new Street Glide 3 Limited and Road Glide 3 models elevate to a new level the style, performance and comfort of three-wheel motorcycling. The versatile Pan America 1250 Limited is a new expedition-ready Adventure Touring motorcycle. Three Enthusiast Collection – Liberty Edition models celebrate with exclusive paint and graphics the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. To complete the 2026 Harley-Davidson motorcycle line-up the collection of limited-production Custom Vehicle Operation (CVO) motorcycles includes five models offering super-premium paint and performance features. These exciting motorcycles will be available soon at authorized Harley-Davidson dealerships globally.

 

The 2026 Harley-Davidson models announced today are:

 

  • NEW Street Glide Limited and Road Glide Limited: These deluxe Grand American Touring motorcycles are optimized for customers who prioritize luxury, performance and long-haul comfort for both rider and passenger. The new Street Glide Limited and Road Glide Limited models boast all the latest Grand American Touring design and technical improvements plus the enhanced performance of a new Milwaukee-Eight VVT 117 powertrain, a restyled Grand Tour-Pak luggage carrier, high-performance Harley-Davidson Audio powered by Rockford Fosgate audio, Harley-Davidson Skyline OS featuring embedded navigation presented on a touchscreen display, and host of new comfort and convenience features.

 

  • NEW Street Glide 3 Limited and Road Glide 3: A second-generation Harley-Davidson Trike design introduces all-new rear suspension for significantly improved rider and passenger comfort and the invigorating performance of a new Milwaukee-Eight 117 VVT engine. Both models deliver convenience, technology and styling features that align with premium Harley-Davidson two-wheel Grand American Touring motorcycles.

 

  • NEW Custom Vehicle Operation (CVO): Five 2026 CVO motorcycles represent the pinnacle of Harley-Davidson design, technology and performance. These limited production, super-premium motorcycles feature show-stopping finishes, elevated performance and exclusive components. The 2026 CVO portfolio includes the all-new CVO Street Glide ST, CVO Street Glide Limited and CVO Street Glide 3 Limited models and the revised CVO Road Glide ST and CVO Street Glide models.

 

  • NEW Pan America 1250 Limited: This new Adventure Touring (ADV) model features a full kit of the most desirable accessories, factory-installed and designed to enhance its off-pavement readiness. Special features include a rugged aluminum top case and side case luggage with a combined capacity of 7,321 cubic inches (120 liters). A Screamin’ Eagle quickshifter provides clutchless up and down shifts without risking transmission damage. A muffler guard, aluminum skid plate, and radiator guard are standard equipment for riding off pavement. The position of rear brake and shifter pedals can be adjusted to enhance control and comfort when the rider is standing. The long list of factory-installed accessories makes this model an exceptional value for the customer who might otherwise purchase these popular accessories after owning a Pan America 1250 Special model.

 

  • Enthusiast Collection – Liberty Edition: As the United States of America celebrates 250 years of freedom these special motorcycles honor the spirit of exploration and independence that inspired generations of travelers across this great country and the world. Three Harley-Davidson models will be included in the Enthusiast Collection – Liberty Edition: the Street Glide, Street Glide 3 Limited and Heritage Classic motorcycles. Each features a base color of Midnight Ember, a heavy metallic black that is exclusive to the Liberty Edition. Special graphics include a Liberty Edition eagle graphic on fuel tank sides with see-through #1 medallion, Liberty Edition eagle graphic on the fairing, additional graphics and Liberty Edition console and engine cover inserts. Seats feature blue seam stitching, red/white/blue striped accent stitching, an embossed center panel and embroidered Bar & Shield logo. Liberty Edition Street Glide and Heritage Classic models feature a blue-tint windshield. Mechanical features of each model are identical to the corresponding regular-production 2026 model. Enthusiast Collection motorcycles are created in very limited quantities and Liberty Edition production will be capped at about 2,500 models combined globally.

 

 

 

2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits

Vintage Styling, Modern Comfort
Deep paint, blacked-out trim, and the iconic tank medallion give the Heritage Classic its unmistakable silhouette. Add in plush 2-up seating, and you’ve got a factory custom that carries the weight of history and still feels built for today’s ride.

Where The Past Meets Fast.
Two-up comfort and full LED lighting meet the rumble of a Milwaukee-Eight 117 Classic and the edge of a performance-tuned exhaust. Add in USB-C charging, a tech-forward analog gauge, traction control, and a retuned suspension, and the 2026 Heritage Classic rolls deep with old-school looks and new-school moves.

Lockable, Sealed Saddlebags
Symmetrical, weather-tight saddlebags keep your gear secure and dry, with enough style to look like they’ve been here since day one.

Full LED Lighting
A 178 mm LED headlamp, tail lamp, and turn signals sharpen the look and light the way, making sure this classic shines from every angle.

Optional Tubeless Laced Wheels
Choose between blacked-out cast wheels or tubeless laced wheels for easier repairs and timeless style that ties the whole bike together.

Vintage Styling, Modern Comfort
Deep paint, blacked-out trim, and the iconic tank medallion give the Heritage Classic its unmistakable silhouette. Add in plush 2-up seating, and you’ve got a factory custom that carries the weight of history and still feels built for today’s ride.

Two-Tone Detachable Windshield
Vintage style, modern function. The Heritage Classic’s detachable windshield cuts wind and keeps pressure off your shoulders when you’re freewheeling highway miles, then pops off for a clean, stripped-down look when you’re bopping around town.

Milwaukee-Eight 117 Classic Motor Built to Thrill
2026 Heritage Classic Milwaukee-Eight 117 Classic Motor
Big torque, smooth delivery, and the unmistakable sound of a Harley V-Twin motor. This is the most powerful Heritage Classic yet.

Performance-Tuned 2-Into-1 Exhaust
Built to move more air and deliver richer sound while balancing the bike’s symmetrical saddlebags, it’s equal parts performance and presence.

A Rider’s Front and Rear Suspension
The Heritage Classic’s suspension is tuned for all‑day comfort through sweepers, stop-and-go traffic, and everything in between.

Performance High-Flow Intake
A classic throwback shape with a modern twist, the filter feeds the Milwaukee-Eight 117 more air for optimal combustion, better throttle response, and performance you can actually feel.

5″ Analog Gauge with Tech Upgrades
Classic analog style with integrated tech gives you critical ride data in a layout that feels right at home between the bars.

USB-C Charging Powers Every Mile
A built-in USB-C port adds modern convenience to the Heritage Classic’s timeless muscle, keeping your essentials ready for every mile.

Adjustable Brake Lever for Every Reach
Fine-tune your reach and feel for confident stopping power, whether you’re riding with normal gloves or in full winter-weights.

Cruise Control + Ride Modes for Every Road
Three selectable ride modes (Road, Rain, and Sport) plus standard cruise control let you match the bike’s response to your mood and the road ahead.

 

RIDER SAFETY ENHANCEMENTS
Harley-Davidson’s Rider Safety Enhancements is all about giving you that extra peace of mind when things get a little unpredictable. It’s a set of smart tech that steps in during tricky situations, helping the bike handle traction while you’re accelerating, braking, or slowing down. With the Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements, the bike even adjusts for cornering, keeping things smooth and steady without you having to think twice.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
ABS is designed to prevent the wheels from locking under braking and helps the rider maintain control when braking in a straight-line, urgent situation.

Traction Control System (TCS)
The TCS is designed to keep the rear wheel from “spinning out” when the motorcycle is accelerating in a straight line and enhances rider confidence.

Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS)
DSCS is designed to reduce excessive rear-wheel slip and help prevent rear-wheel lock under powertrain-induced deceleration, which typically occurs when the rider makes an abrupt downshift gear change or quickly reduces the throttle while on wet or slippery road surfaces.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
TPMS alerts the rider through the information display to low or high tire air pressure. Maintaining proper tire air pressure is important both for vehicle performance and tire life.

Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System (C-ABS)
C-ABS is a variant of ABS that takes into consideration the lean angle of a two-wheel motorcycle, or the lateral acceleration of a Trike model. The brake pressure required to limit wheel slip when cornering is typically or lower than the pressure required under straight line operation.

Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System (C-TCS)
C-TCS is designed to prevent the rear wheel from excessive spinning under acceleration when going straight or cornering.

Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System (C-DSCS)
On bikes equipped with C-DSCS, the system helps keep the rear wheel from slipping or locking up when you quickly downshift or let off the throttle, especially on wet or slippery roads. When turning, it can adjust based on how much a two-wheel bike is leaning or the side-to-side motion on a Trike.

 

 

 

 

 

 

2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: from $19,999 USD
Canada MSRP Price: from $25,499 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £24,295 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)

Dimensions

Length

95.1 in.

Width

36.6 in.

Seat Height, Laden +

26.3 in.

Ground Clearance

4.7 in.

Rake

30

Trail

5.5 in.

Wheelbase

64.2 in.

Tire, Type

Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and rear

Tires, Front Specification

130/90B16,73H,BW

Tires, Rear Specification

150/80B16,77H,BW

Fuel Capacity

5 gal.

Oil Capacity (w/filter)

5 qt.

Weight, In Running Order

719 lb.

Luggage Capacity -Volume

1.6 cu ft

Engine

Engine+

Milwaukee-Eight 117 Classic

Bore

4.075 in.

Stroke

4.5 in.

Displacement

117 cu in.

Compression Ratio

10.3:1

Fuel System+

Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)

Exhaust

2-into-1; catalyst in header

Performance

Engine Torque Testing Method

J1349

Engine Torque+

120 ft-lbs

Engine Torque (rpm)

2500

Horsepower

98 HP / 73 kW @ 4600 rpm

Lean Angle, Right (deg.)

27.4

Lean Angle, Left (deg.)

27.4

Fuel Economy Testing Method

Estimated City/Hwy

Fuel Economy+

47 mpg

Drive Train

Primary Drive

Chain, 34/46 ratio

Gear Ratios (overall) 1st

9.311

Gear Ratios (overall) 2nd

6.454

Gear Ratios (overall) 3rd

4.793

Gear Ratios (overall) 4th

3.882

Gear Ratios (overall) 5th

3.307

Gear Ratios (overall) 6th

2.79

Chassis

Front Fork

Dual-bending valve 49 mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps; dual rate spring; “beer can” covers

Rear Shocks

Hidden, free piston, coil-over monoshock; 56mm stroke; hydraulic preload adjustment

Wheels, Optional Style Type

Black tubeless laced with 36 bright spokes

Wheels, Front Type+

Black, 9-Spoke Cast Aluminum

Wheels, Rear Type+

Black, 9-Spoke Cast Aluminum

Brakes, Caliper Type

4-piston fixed front and 2-piston floating rear

Brakes, Rotor Type

Solid, uniform expansion rotors

Electric

Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp, Tail/Stop, Front Signal Lights, Rear Turn Signals+

Headlamp: All LED, low beam, high beam and signature position lamp; Tail/Stop: LED Buffett tail lamp; Front Signal Lights: LED Bullet Turn Signals; Rear Turn Signals: LED bullet light bar

Gauges

5-inch analog speedometer with digital gear, odometer, fuel level, ride modes, heated gear, traction control, ABS, TPMS, cruise control, clock, trip, range and tachometer indication

 

 

 

 

2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details

Dimensions

Length

2,415 mm

Width

930 mm

Seat Height, Unladen

690 mm

Ground Clearance

120 mm

Rake

30

Trail

140 mm

Wheelbase

1,630 mm

Tire, Type

Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and rear

Tires, Front Specification

130/90B16,73H,BW

Tires, Rear Specification

150/80B16,77H,BW

Fuel Capacity

18.9 l

Oil Capacity (w/filter)

4.7 l

Weight, In Running Order

326 kg

Luggage Capacity -Volume

0.045 m3

Engine

Engine+

Milwaukee-Eight 117 Classic

Bore

103.5 mm

Stroke

114.3 mm

Displacement

1,923 cc

Compression Ratio

10.3:1

Fuel System+

Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)

Exhaust

2-into-1; catalyst in header

Performance

Engine Torque Testing Method

J1349

Engine Torque+

163 Nm

Engine Torque (rpm)

2500

Horsepower

98 HP / 73 kW @ 4600 rpm

Lean Angle, Right (deg.)

27.4

Lean Angle, Left (deg.)

27.4

Fuel Economy Testing Method

Estimated City/Hwy

Fuel Economy+

5.5 l/100 km

Drive Train

Primary Drive

Chain, 34/46 ratio

Gear Ratios (overall) 1st

9.311

Gear Ratios (overall) 2nd

6.454

Gear Ratios (overall) 3rd

4.793

Gear Ratios (overall) 4th

3.882

Gear Ratios (overall) 5th

3.307

Gear Ratios (overall) 6th

2.79

Chassis

Front Fork

Dual-bending valve 49 mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps; dual rate spring; “beer can” covers

Rear Shocks

Hidden, free piston, coil-over monoshock; 56mm stroke; hydraulic preload adjustment

Wheels, Optional Style Type+

Black tubeless laced with 36 bright spokes

Wheels, Front Type+

Black, 9-Spoke Cast Aluminum

Wheels, Rear Type+

Black, 9-Spoke Cast Aluminum

Brakes, Caliper Type

4-piston fixed front and 2-piston floating rear

Brakes, Rotor Type

Solid, uniform expansion rotors

Electric

Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp, Tail/Stop/Front Signal Lights

Headlamp: All LED, low beam, high beam and signature position lamp; Tail/Stop: LED Buffett tail lamp; Front Signal Lights: LED Bullet Turn Signals; Rear Turn Signals: LED bullet light bar

Gauges

127 mm analog speedometer with digital gear, odometer, fuel level, ride modes, heated gear, traction control, ABS, TPMS, cruise control, clock, trip, range and tachometer indication

 

 

 

 

 

2026 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Liberty Edition – Totalmotorcycle.com Europe Specifications/Technical Details

Dimensions

Length

2,415 mm

Width

930 mm

Seat Height, Unladen

690 mm

Ground Clearance

120 mm

Rake

30

Trail

140 mm

Wheelbase

1,630 mm

Tire, Type

Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and rear

Tires, Front Specification

130/90B16,73H,BW

Tires, Rear Specification

150/80B16,77H,BW

Fuel Capacity

18.9 l

Oil Capacity (w/filter)

4.7 l

Weight, In Running Order

326 kg

Luggage Capacity -Volume

0.045 m3

Engine

Engine+

Milwaukee-Eight 117 Classic

Bore

103.5 mm

Stroke

114.3 mm

Displacement

1,923 cc

Compression Ratio

10.3:1

Fuel System+

Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)

Exhaust

2-into-1; catalyst in header

Performance

Engine Torque Testing Method

EC 134/2014

Engine Torque+

156 Nm

Engine Torque (rpm)

2750

Horsepower

91 HP / 68 kW @ 5020 rpm

Lean Angle, Right (deg.)

27.4

Lean Angle, Left (deg.)

27.4

Fuel Economy Testing Method

EU 134/2014

Fuel Economy+

5.5 l/100 km

CO2 Emissions Testing Method

EU 134/2014

CO2 Emissions

128 g/km CO2

Drive Train

Primary Drive

Chain, 34/46 ratio

Gear Ratios (overall) 1st

9.311

Gear Ratios (overall) 2nd

6.454

Gear Ratios (overall) 3rd

4.793

Gear Ratios (overall) 4th

3.882

Gear Ratios (overall) 5th

3.307

Gear Ratios (overall) 6th

2.79

Chassis

Front Fork

Dual-bending valve 49 mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps; dual rate spring; “beer can” covers

Rear Shocks

Hidden, free piston, coil-over monoshock; 56mm stroke; hydraulic preload adjustment

Wheels, Front Type+

Black tubeless laced with 36 bright spokes

Wheels, Rear Type+

Black tubeless laced with 36 bright spokes

Brakes, Caliper Type

4-piston fixed front and 2-piston floating rear

Brakes, Rotor Type

Solid, uniform expansion rotors

Electric

Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp, Tail/Stop, Front Signal Lights, Rear Turn Signals

Headlamp: All LED, low beam, high beam and signature position lamp; Tail/Stop: LED Buffett tail lamp; Front Signal Lights: LED Bullet Turn Signals; Rear Turn Signals: LED bullet light bar

Gauges

127 mm analog speedometer with digital gear, odometer, fuel level, ride modes, heated gear, traction control, ABS, TPMS, cruise control, clock, trip, range and tachometer indication

 

 

Manufacturer Specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice on Total Motorcycle (TMW).

2026 Newest Bike Reviews

TMW 2026 Motorcycle Model Review Guides