Harley-Davidson’s Pan America 1250 Limited edition for 2026 is ready to explore the outback right from the showroom. That first ride could take you anywhere, just toss your kit into the 120-liter set of aluminum luggage and hit the road.
Motation
A bike this tricked out will naturally be a little heavy, even with the engine integrated into the chassis. The Motor Company pegs the Limited at 661 pounds ready to ride, with nearly 35 pounds being a full 5.6-gallon tank. Harley has just the mill for getting the Pan Am down the road in a hurry—their liquid-cooled Revolution Max 1250 V-Twin. Its claimed 94 pound-feet of torque at 6,750 rpm and 150 horsepower at 8,750 rpm should do the job, with a little tire spin thrown in for fun.
That power runs through a six-speed transmission operated by Harley’s Screamin’ Eagle quickshifter, which allows clutch-less shifts up and down. As well, both the folding shift lever and rear brake pedal are adjustable to accommodate different types of riding. Stopping the bike are twin-disc Brembo brakes up front and a single rear disc binder that are electronically linked to enhance braking.
The Pan America Ride
Both ends of the 1250 Limited have electronically controlled semi-active damping to smooth out the ride and keep the pilot in control. Using seven different inputs, such as speed, throttle, and braking, the system instantly adjusts damping to whatever the road and rider require.
The stock wheels are spoked aluminum in a 17-/19-inch front/rear configuration and are tubeless. They come wrapped in Michelin Scorcher “Adventure” radials. Cast aluminum wheels are also available.
Tech On Tap
The nerve center of the bike a 6.8-inch color TFT display that present various status values and allows the rider to change travel parameters. Those include the nine ride modes available: rain, road, sport, off-road, off-road plus, and four slots for custom modes. The display also supports the Harley’s navigation, phone service, and infotainment via Bluetooth.
When the going gets dark, the Pan America keeps going with its Daymaker adaptive headlight. Flanked by twin auxiliary lights, the Daymaker shines light into corners as the bike leans, keeping the surprise factor to a minimum.
Safety
The Limited’s safety features comprise 12 ways to keep riders on the bike enjoying the ride. Some, like anti-lock brakes and traction control, are common. Several others are enhancements of a basic system, such as traction control, with lean angle taken into consideration. Here’s a quick rundown:
- Anti-lock brakes and cornering enhanced (CE) anti-lock brakes
- Electronic linked braking (applies both brakes at once) and CE electronic linked braking
- Traction control and CE traction control
- Drag-torque slip control (reduces wheel slip on abrupt downshift or throttle cut on slippery surfaces) and CE drag-torque slip control
- Vehicle hold control (simplifies starting on hills)
- Tire pressure monitoring system
- Wheel lift mitigation (prevents front wheel lift on acceleration, keeps rear wheel down during hard braking)
Harley’s adaptive ride height system, which lowers the bike roughly an inch at stops, is a staple on Pan America models. The Limited also has an immobilizer system for security.
1250 Limited Miscellany
Hand guards and heated grips are included on the Limited, ensuring hand protection from impacts and weather. A muffler guard, aluminum skid plate, and radiator guard are also stock. That skid plate will get plenty of use with just 6.1 inches of ground clearance.
It’s no surprise the three color choices for the 1250 Limited begin with a black motorcycle. Dark Billiard Gray, with a gray tank trimmed in orange is the standard scheme. However for an extra $700 riders can choose from two other options. White Onyx Pearl presents a gray tank with orange highlights, while the Olive Steel Metallic tank is dark green with bright green highlights.
Ready for a new adventure? MSRP for the base Pan America 1250 Limited is $26,499.
Specifications
Engine type: Liquid-cooled, 1250cc V-Twin 4-stroke
Engine performance: 150 horsepower at 8,750 rpm; 94 pound-feet of torque at 6,750 rpm
Fuel capacity: 5.6 gallons
Transmission: 6-speed
Suspension/front: 1.9-inch inverted fork with electronically adjustable semi-active damping control
Suspension/rear: Linked monoshock with automatic electronic preload control and semi-active compression & rebound damping
Brakes/front: Radially mounted, monoblock, 4-piston caliper
Brakes/rear: Floating, single piston caliper
Tires/front: 120/70R19 60V Michelin Scorcher “Adventure”
Tires/rear: 170/60R17 72V Michelin Scorcher “Adventure”
Seat height: 32.1 in./33.1 in (with 180-pound rider)
Ground clearance: 6.1 inches
Weight: 661 pounds (factory claim)
Images: Harley-Davidson
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