Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special specifications, dimensions and price
Harley-Davidson · Adventure touring
The Pan America 1250 Special has a 150 hp Revolution Max engine, 578 lb running-order weight and a $19,999 base MSRP. Harley lists Adaptive Ride Height as optional. Its 31.1-inch low and 32-inch high laden seat positions describe the adjustable seat; confirm the lowering system is fitted before relying on its operation at stops.
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Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 |
| Class | Adventure touring |
| Engine | Revolution Max 1250 |
| Displacement | 76.4 cu in |
| Bore x stroke | 4.134 in x 2.846 in |
| Compression ratio | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel system | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Front suspension | 47 mm inverted fork with electronically adjustable semi-active damping control. Aluminum fork triple clamps |
| Front tire | 120/70R19 60V |
| Rear tire | 170/60R17 72V |
| Seat height | 31.1 in / 32 in (low / high position, laden) |
| Wet weight (in running order) | 578 lb |
| Wheelbase | 62.4 in |
| Rake (caster angle) | 25° |
| Trail | 4.3 in |
| Fuel capacity | 5.6 gal |
| Ground clearance | 6.9 in |
| Fuel economy (estimated) | 46 mpg |
| Horsepower | 150 HP / 112 kW @ 8750 rpm |
| Engine torque | 94 ft-lbs at 6750 rpm |
| Lean angle (right / left) | 42° / 42° |
| Exhaust | 2-into-1-into-1; catalyst in header |
| Oil capacity (with filter) | 4.75 qt |
| Front wheel | Aluminum cast, satin black |
| Length | 89.4 in |
| Width | 38.4 in |
| Starting MSRP | $19,999 |
Motorcycle.com says the custom settings on the 6.8-inch color TFT allow adjustment of throttle response, power modes, engine braking, traction control, ABS, suspension damping and ride height settings, and that Harley went all out on the liquid-cooled Revolution Max 1250, an engine looking toward a future without pushrods.
It puts the as-tested price at $25,609 excluding tires, and quotes a used 2025 owner who calls the bike neat apart from a weird moaning intake sound and fierce heat on the right leg.
Against the R 1300 GS and Multistrada V4
BMW's R 1300 GS and Ducati's Multistrada V4 are the rivals with the most technology, and Triumph's Tiger 1200 is the other large adventure bike. Harley lists the Special at $19,999, and Motorcycle.com's as-tested $25,609 shows how options add to that.
Sit on the bike with the ride height in both positions. Ride it long enough to feel the heat on the right leg. Check the TFT menus for the settings you want.
Ask whether the factory charging-system update was done on a 2025 bike. Look at the tires, since Motorcycle.com's as-tested price excluded them.
Compare the price with the Pan America 1250 ST. Test the cruise control and the heated grips if fitted.
Pan America Special against the R 1300 GS and Multistrada V4
Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special — specification reference2026 Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 ST: equipment and specifications
The Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 ST is Harley's Revolution Max 1250 adventure-touring bike, rated at 150 hp and 94 lb-ft with a 5.6 gal tank. The ST is the road-biased version with shorter suspension travel, and Harley prices it at $19,999.
Motorcycle.com explains that with off-highway excursions out of the picture, Harley engineers reduced suspension travel by 0.75 inches to a more street-applicable 6.75 inches front and rear, and that with the standard Adaptive Ride Height that automatically lowers the bike, the ST's 29.4-inch seat height is one of the lowest in class.
It says riders can tailor throttle response, engine power, engine braking and traction control in custom modes, and that although Harley created unique personalities in each preset mode, the default ride-by-wire settings are beyond jarring, creating issues getting back on the gas mid-corner and especially at slower speeds.
| Front tire | 120/70ZR17 58W |
|---|---|
| Rear tire | 180/55ZR17 73W |
| Seat height | 29.4 in (laden) |
| Wet weight (in running order) | 546 lb |
| Wheelbase | 62.2 in |
| Trail | 3.7 in |
| Ground clearance | 6.7 in |
| Lean angle (right / left) | 37° / 37° |
| Length | 88.2 in |
| Width | 35.3 in |
Harley-Davidson’s Pan America Special equipment list identifies Adaptive Ride Height as optional. Semi-active suspension and an adjustable-height seat do not by themselves confirm that option.
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- 2026 Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special specs and price.
Harley-Davidson · Adventure touring
The Pan America 1250 Special is Harley's adventure-touring bike, with a 150 hp Revolution Max engine and adaptive ride height that lowers at stops and raises at speed. Motorcycle.com's as-tested price was $25,609, and Harley asks $19,999.
Motorcycle.com says the custom settings on the 6.8-inch color TFT allow adjustment of throttle response, power modes, engine braking, traction control, ABS, suspension damping and ride height settings, and that Harley went all out on the liquid-cooled Revolution Max 1250, an engine looking toward a future without pushrods.
It puts the as-tested price at $25,609 excluding tires, and quotes a used 2025 owner who calls the bike neat apart from a weird moaning intake sound and fierce heat on the right leg.
Total Motorcycle says the engine is tuned for 150 horsepower and 95 lb-ft with an emphasis on smooth low-end torque and low-speed throttle control for off-pavement riding, that revised suspension gives a 60 percent increase in rear wheel travel without raising the seat, and that Adaptive Ride Height automatically lowers the seat at stops for easy footing and raises it at speed for ground clearance and comfort.
The reviewer describes the bike as aimed at riders ready to exchange a sport bike or streetfighter for something more comfortable with longer range.
What the equipment means
Adaptive Ride Height solves the tall-adventure-bike problem: Harley lists a 31.1 in seat in the low position and 32 in in the high one, laden, with 6.9 in of ground clearance. At 578 lb in running order it is heavy for the class, and a 5.6 gal tank gives long legs. The heat on the right leg that an owner reports is a fit and comfort check.
Against the R 1300 GS and Multistrada V4.
BMW's R 1300 GS and Ducati's Multistrada V4 are the rivals with the most technology, and Triumph's Tiger 1200 is the other large adventure bike. Harley lists the Special at $19,999, and Motorcycle.com's as-tested $25,609 shows how options add to that.
Checks before you buy
Sit on the bike with the ride height in both positions. Ride it long enough to feel the heat on the right leg. Check the TFT menus for the settings you want. Ask whether the factory charging-system update was done on a 2025 bike. Look at the tires, since Motorcycle.com's as-tested price excluded them. Compare the price with the Pan America 1250 ST. Test the cruise control and the heated grips if fitted.
Who it suits
The Pan America Special suits a rider who wants a large, technologically complete adventure-tourer from an American brand. A shorter rider gains from the adaptive ride height, which lowers the seat at stops.
Pan America Special against the R 1300 GS and Multistrada V4.
BMW's R 1300 GS and Ducati's Multistrada V4 are the main large adventure rivals.
- Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special
- 76.4 cu in; 578 lb; $19,999.
Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special trims compared: Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Limited.
Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special trims compared: Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Limited
Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special against Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Limited: the specs that differ.
- Front suspension
- 47 mm inverted fork with electronically adjustable semi-active damping control. Aluminum fork triple clamps; 1.9 in inverted fork with electronically adjustable semi-active damping control. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Front brake
- Front: radially mounted, monoblock, 4-piston caliper
- Rear: floating, single piston caliper; Front: dual rotor, floating, tower- mounted; Rear: solid uniform expansion rotor Electric Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp, Tail/Stop, Front Signal Lights, Rear Turn Signals Headlamp: Daymaker Adaptive LED Headlamp with 6-segment LED banking lamp; Tail/Stop: All LED Tail/Stop lamp with signature tail lighting; Front Signal Lights/Rear Turn Signals: LED Bullet Turn Signals.
- Front: radially mounted, monoblock, 4-piston caliper
- Rear: floating, single piston caliper; Front: dual rotor, floating, tower- mounted; Rear: solid uniform expansion rotor Electric Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp, Tail/Stop, Front Signal Lights, Rear Turn Signals Daymaker Adaptive LED Headlamp with 6-segment LED banking lamp; All LED Tail/Stop lamp with signature tail lighting; Front Signal Lights/Rear Turn Signals: LED Bullet Turn Signals.
- Seat height
- 31.1 in / 32 in (low / high position, laden); 32.1 in / 33.1 in (low / high position, laden).
- Engine torque
- 94 ft-lbs at 6750 rpm; 94 ft-lb at 6750 rpm.
- Gauges
- 6.8 inch viewable area TFT display with speedometer, gear, odometer, fuel level, clock, trip, ambient temp, low temp alert, side stand down alert, TIP over alert,; 6.8 in viewable area TFT display with speedometer, gear, odometer, fuel level, clock, trip, ambient temp, low temp alert, side stand down alert, TIP over alert,.
- 2 further specification rows differ between the trims
- The maker's page lists each of them.
2026 Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special questions
How much power does the Pan America 1250 Special make?
Total Motorcycle says the Revolution Max 1250 is tuned to 150 horsepower and 95 lb-ft of torque, with smooth low-end delivery for off-pavement use.
What is Adaptive Ride Height?
Total Motorcycle says it automatically lowers the seat at stops for easier footing and raises it at speed for ground clearance and comfort.
What do owners complain about on the Pan America?
Motorcycle.com quotes a 2025 owner who reports a weird moaning intake sound and fierce heat on the right leg, though praising the bike otherwise.
Other models in this reference: Harley-Davidson Road Glide, Harley-Davidson Nightster, Harley-Davidson Sportster S.