Key Features of the 2025 Harley-Davidson® Road Glide®

Milwaukee-Eight® 117 V-Twin

At the core of the 2025 Harley-Davidson® Road Glide® is the Milwaukee-Eight® 117 V-Twin, a powerplant recognized for strong, consistent torque delivery across the rev range. The sizable displacement helps the motorcycle accelerate with ease, even when loaded for a weekend trip. Throttle response is tuned to be smooth and predictable, which matters during low-speed maneuvers and when rolling on power out of a corner to settle the chassis. The engine’s balance and pulse feel unmistakably Harley-Davidson®, with a refined exhaust note that sounds authoritative without overwhelming the ride. Heat management and fueling strategies are designed for a wide span of conditions, from summer traffic to cool morning starts, so the bike remains composed as the weather changes.

Sharknose Fairing Aerodynamics

The Sharknose fairing has long defined the Road Glide silhouette, and the 2025 model continues that legacy with improved airflow and reduced buffeting. The fairing shape helps route air around the rider’s helmet and shoulders to decrease turbulence, supporting comfort over long distances. This optimization is noticeable at highway speed and in crosswinds, where the bike tracks with a settled, planted feel. Strategically placed venting promotes a stable pocket of air, while the fairing’s integration with the chassis supports predictable steering inputs. The result is a front end that feels calm and connected—confidence you appreciate on open highways and when passing large vehicles.

12.3-inch TFT Display with Skyline™ OS

The 12.3-inch display is bright and easy to read in daylight, presenting only what you need so you can keep your attention forward. Skyline™ OS delivers a clean, intuitive interface for navigation, vehicle data, and audio, while enabling quick customization of widgets and layouts to match your preferences. The system responds promptly to inputs, and the graphics remain legible at a glance. Ride modes can be changed quickly and easily to match your conditions—think wet pavement, urban traffic, or spirited back-road touring—without digging through complicated menus. Purposefully designed to demand as little attention as possible, the display supports your ride rather than dominating it.

Rider Safety Enhancements

Available Rider Safety Enhancements operate quietly in the background, ready to assist if conditions deteriorate or traction falls away. These systems are engineered to be unobtrusive until needed, whether that’s on a rain-slick road, a gravel-strewn shoulder, or an unexpected downhill stop. Cornering-aware braking and traction management help maintain stability when you are leaned over, while refined ABS function supports confident, straight stops with a composed chassis. The net effect is a suite of technologies that amplifies your skill without getting in the way—there when you need assurance, invisible when you don’t.

Lightweight Cast Wheels and Suspension

Cast wheels contribute to reduced unsprung weight, which improves suspension response and steering precision. On the 2025 Harley-Davidson® Road Glide®, you feel this as a bike that tips into turns with less effort and tracks cleanly through the exit. Suspension tuning balances comfort and control, smoothing out high-frequency road chatter while resisting excessive dive under braking. The combined effect is a ride that feels composed on patched-up city streets and newly paved interstates alike. Over extended days in the saddle, this poise reduces rider fatigue and increases confidence, especially when the road surface changes unexpectedly.