Everything You Need to Know Before Buying a New 2026 Harley-Davidson® Street Bob® near Canton, PA

Key Features of the 2026 Harley-Davidson® Street Bob®

Milwaukee-Eight® 117 Classic V-Twin

At the core of the Street Bob® is the Milwaukee-Eight® 117 Classic, a 117 cu in. V-Twin with a 4.075 in. bore and 4.5 in. stroke. Tuned for real-world thrust, it delivers a claimed 120 ft-lbs of torque at 2,500 rpm and 98 hp at 4,600 rpm. The Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) optimizes fueling for smooth roll-on and crisp response, while a 10.3:1 compression ratio balances output with durability. Primary drive is chain (34/46), and the six-speed gearbox spans a 9.311 first-gear ratio to a relaxed 2.79 sixth, allowing brisk launches and composed highway cruising. This motor’s character is friendly at parking-lot speeds and authoritative when you twist it open — the hallmark of a Classic-tuned Milwaukee-Eight® 117 designed to feel ready the moment you fire it up.

2-Into-1 Exhaust With Street-Ready Performance

The torque-tuned 2-into-1 exhaust complements the engine’s low- and mid-range focus. Routing both cylinder banks into a single collector helps enhance scavenging at everyday rpm, contributing to the Street Bob® punch out of corners and through traffic gaps. The system integrates catalyst placement in the header for clean packaging, and the sound signature stays true to the V-Twin’s personality without droning on longer rides. Paired with the Softail® frame, the exhaust’s mass centralization supports a planted feel as the pavement turns from smooth to patched and back again.

Selectable Ride Modes and 4-Inch Analog Speedometer

The rider interface is tidy and tactile. A 4-inch analog speedometer anchors the cockpit with a digital information display that surfaces gear position, odometer, fuel level, ride modes, heated gear status, traction control and ABS indicators, TPMS, cruise control status, clock, trip, range, and tachometer readouts. Selectable Ride Modes adjust throttle response and traction strategies for changing conditions, making it simple to tailor the bike for a wet morning commute or a sunny afternoon sprint. The layout keeps your eyes on the road with just enough data at a glance, while USB-C charging makes it easy to keep a device topped up on longer rides.

Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements

Harley-Davidson® builds confidence into the Street Bob® with a suite of Rider Safety Enhancements. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) helps prevent wheel lock during urgent straight-line stops. Traction Control System (TCS) tempers rear-wheel spin during acceleration, while Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS) reduces excessive rear-slip during powertrain-induced deceleration, such as abrupt downshifts on slick surfaces. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) alerts you to low or high pressure on the display. Cornering Enhanced ABS (C-ABS), Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System (C-TCS), and Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System (C-DSCS) further refine intervention when the bike is leaned over, helping maintain grip and composure as lateral forces increase. The result is intelligent support that stays in the background until you need it.

Softail® Chassis, Suspension, Wheels, and Brakes

The Street Bob® rides on a Softail® frame with a hidden, free-piston, coil-over monoshock delivering 43 mm of stroke and cam-style preload adjustment. Up front, a 49 mm dual-bending valve telescopic fork with aluminum triple clamps and gaiter covers delivers a controlled, compliant feel over broken pavement. Black Annihilator cast aluminum wheels come standard, with painted aluminum tubeless laced wheels available. Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series bias blackwall tires supply dependable grip, while braking is handled by a 4-piston fixed front caliper and 2-piston floating rear caliper on solid, uniform-expansion rotors. Key numbers include 25.8 in. laden seat height, 4.9 in. ground clearance, 30 degrees of rake, 6.2 in. trail, 64.2 in. wheelbase, and 28.5-degree lean angles left and right. Combined with All-LED Lighting, the chassis setup balances stability, comfort, and agility in a way that flatters riders across a wide range of experience levels.