The Pan America 1250 Special is Harley-Davidson’s adventure touring bike, powered by the liquid-cooled Revolution® Max 1250 V-twin, with semi-active suspension and optional Adaptive Ride Height, according to Harley-Davidson’s US model page. This is a spec-based overview, not a road test: we haven’t ridden the bike for this article. Every figure below comes from Harley-Davidson USA’s page for the 2026 Pan America 1250 Special, checked on 22 October 2026.
2026 Pan America 1250 Special at a glance
| US MSRP | Starting at $19,999 MSRP (as listed by Harley-Davidson on 22 Oct 2026) |
| Engine | Revolution® Max 1250; 76.4 cu in. |
| Horsepower | 150 HP / 112 kW @ 8750 rpm |
| Engine torque | 94 ft-lbs @ 6750 rpm (J1349) |
| Seat height, laden | Low/High Seat Position; 31.1 in./32 in. |
| Weight, in running order | 578 lb. |
| Fuel capacity | 5.6 gal. |
| Source | Harley-Davidson 2026 Pan America 1250 Special |
2026 Pan America 1250 Special price
Harley-Davidson lists the 2026 Pan America 1250 Special starting at $19,999 MSRP (as listed on 22 Oct 2026). The starting price is for the base configuration; options such as Adaptive Ride Height and laced wheels are listed as available, so use Harley-Davidson’s Build & Price tool on the model page for the bike you want, and ask your dealer about freight and other charges.
2026 Pan America 1250 Special specs
Engine and performance
| Engine | Revolution® Max 1250 |
| Bore | 4.134 in. |
| Stroke | 2.846 in. |
| Displacement | 76.4 cu in. |
| Compression ratio | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel system | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
| Exhaust | 2-into-1-into-1; catalyst in header |
| Horsepower | 150 HP / 112 kW @ 8750 rpm |
| Engine torque | 94 ft-lbs @ 6750 rpm (testing method J1349) |
| Lean angle, right/left | 42° / 42° |
| Fuel economy | 46 mpg (estimated city/hwy) |
Chassis
| Front fork | 47 mm inverted fork with electronically adjustable semi-active damping control. Aluminum fork triple clamps |
| Rear shock | Linkage-mounted monoshock with automatic electronic preload control and semi-active compression & rebound damping |
| Tires | Michelin® Scorcher “Adventure”, Radial |
| Front tire | 120/70R19 60V |
| Rear tire | 170/60R17 72V |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 89.4 in. |
| Width | 38.4 in. |
| Seat height, laden | Low/High Seat Position; 31.1 in./32 in. |
| Ground clearance | 6.9 in. |
| Rake | 25° |
| Trail | 4.3 in. |
| Wheelbase | 62.4 in. |
| Fuel capacity | 5.6 gal. |
| Oil capacity (w/filter) | 4.75 qt. |
| Weight, in running order | 578 lb. |
Note that Harley-Davidson quotes laden seat height (with a rider aboard), while most brands quote unladen seat height, so its figures aren’t directly comparable with the rivals below. Our seat height guide explains the difference.
Who the Pan America 1250 Special suits
On paper, it’s a big, powerful adventure tourer for riders who mostly ride on pavement and graded roads but want electronics and suspension that adapt. Harley-Davidson lists cornering-enhanced ABS and linked braking, traction control, drag-torque slip control, Vehicle Hold Control, tire pressure monitoring and a 6.8-inch TFT touchscreen. See our adventure vs dual sport vs enduro explainer for how adventure tourers differ from lighter off-road bikes.
Strengths and trade-offs (from the spec sheet)
- Power. 150 HP, more than the BMW R 1300 GS’s published 145 hp.
- Semi-active suspension as standard, with optional Adaptive Ride Height.
- Weight. 578 lb in running order, heavier than the R 1300 GS and the Africa Twin on their published figures.
- 19-inch front wheel and road-biased adventure tires as listed, rather than a 21-inch off-road front.
Pan America 1250 Special vs BMW R 1300 GS vs Honda Africa Twin
Figures are copied from each manufacturer’s own US page for the model year shown. Brands measure weight and seat height differently.
| Model (model year) | US MSRP (as listed 22 Oct 2026) | Engine / output | Seat height (as published) | Weight (as published) | Fuel capacity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special (2026) | From $19,999 | Revolution Max 1250; 150 HP | 31.1 in./32 in. (laden) | 578 lb. in running order | 5.6 gal. | Harley-Davidson |
| BMW R 1300 GS (2027) | $20,395 (base model) | 1,300 cc flat twin; 145 hp | 33.4″ (unladen) | 523 lbs road ready, fully fueled | 5.0 gal | BMW |
| Honda Africa Twin (2026) | $15,199 | 1084cc parallel twin; not published | 34.3 in / 33.5 in | 510 lb curb | 5.0 gal | Honda |
More detail: 2027 BMW R 1300 GS, 2027 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure, 2026 Honda Africa Twin and, for Harley’s touring side, the 2026 Harley-Davidson Street Glide.
Pan America 1250 Special FAQ
How much is the 2026 Pan America 1250 Special?
Harley-Davidson lists it starting at $19,999 MSRP (as listed on 22 Oct 2026, Harley-Davidson page).
How much horsepower does the Pan America 1250 Special make?
150 HP (112 kW) at 8750 rpm, with 94 ft-lbs of torque at 6750 rpm, according to Harley-Davidson.
How much does it weigh?
578 lb. in running order, according to Harley-Davidson.
Before you buy
Licensing rules are set by each state, so check your state DMV (or equivalent) for the motorcycle license or endorsement you need, and consider a Motorcycle Safety Foundation course. You can look up any open safety recalls by VIN with NHTSA before buying a used example.
Sources
All figures were checked on the manufacturer pages on 22 October 2026. Manufacturers can change prices and specifications without notice, so check the linked page, and confirm with a dealer, before you buy.