The 2026 Harley-Davidson® Street Glide® 3 Limited combines a touring-focused three-wheel platform with a large-displacement V-twin engine, integrated infotainment technology, advanced rider-assistance systems, and extended cargo capability. The model uses the Milwaukee-Eight® VVT 117 powertrain, a six-speed transmission with electric reverse, electronically supported braking systems, and a frame engineered for long-distance stability. Its dimensions, suspension setup, and electronic features support highway travel, passenger comfort, and extended storage requirements.
The 2026 Harley-Davidson® Street Glide® 3 Limited measures 105.7 inches in length, 57.3 inches in overall width, and 56.5 inches in overall height. It uses a 67.7-inch wheelbase with a 26-degree steering head rake and a 32-degree fork angle. Trail measurement is listed at 3.8 inches. Laden seat height measures 27.3 inches, while unladen seat height is 28.9 inches. Static ground clearance is 5.1 inches. These measurements contribute to the motorcycle’s touring configuration and low-speed balance characteristics.
The motorcycle carries a running-order weight of 1,250 pounds and a gross vehicle weight rating of 1,700 pounds. The Front Gross Axle weight rating is 511 pounds, and the rear gross axle weight rating is 1,189 pounds. Luggage capacity measures 7.1 cubic feet, supporting extended travel requirements without the addition of external storage systems.
Milwaukee-Eight® VVT 117 Engine Configuration
The 2026 Harley-Davidson® Street Glide® 3 Limited uses the Milwaukee-Eight® VVT 117 engine. This powertrain has a displacement of 117 cubic inches, or 1,923 cc, with a bore of 4.075 inches and a stroke of 4.5 inches. The compression ratio is listed at 10.3:1.
The engine uses pushrod-operated overhead valves with hydraulic self-adjusting lifters and four valves per cylinder. Variable valve timing contributes to a broader operating range across low and mid-range engine speeds. The engine uses Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection for fuel delivery and a pressurized dry-sump lubrication system for oil circulation and temperature management.
Performance figures list 105 horsepower at 4,600 rpm and 129 ft-lb of torque at 3,250 rpm. The engine torque testing method follows J1349 standards. The combination of displacement, torque output, and low-rpm performance supports touring operation, passenger carrying capacity, and highway cruising performance.
The intake system uses a washable synthetic felt air cleaner. Exhaust routing follows a 2-1-2 dual exhaust layout. The engine is designed for use with recommended 91-octane or higher fuel.
Transmission and Drivetrain Engineering
The drivetrain pairs the Milwaukee-Eight® VVT 117 engine with a six-speed Cruise Drive® transmission equipped with reverse. The reverse system is electrically actuated through handlebar-mounted hand controls. This configuration assists with parking and low-speed repositioning due to the motorcycle’s operating weight and touring dimensions.
The transmission uses overall gear ratios of 10.534 in first gear, 7.302 in second gear, 5.423 in third gear, 4.392 in fourth gear, 3.742 in fifth gear, and 3.000 in sixth gear. Lower gears support controlled acceleration and load management, while the taller sixth gear supports reduced engine speed during highway operation.
Primary drive uses a chain with a 34/46 ratio. Final drive uses a belt with a 30/70 ratio. The clutch system is a mechanically actuated 10-plate wet Assist and Slip design. This clutch configuration helps reduce clutch lever effort and assists with smoother deceleration transitions during downshifting.
Touring Chassis and Structural Components
The 2026 Harley-Davidson® Street Glide® 3 Limited uses a mild steel square-section backbone frame with twin downtubes. The swingarm is constructed from permanent mold cast aluminum. The frame and rear structure are designed to support touring loads, luggage capacity, and passenger operation while maintaining chassis rigidity.
Front suspension uses a 49mm dual bending valve fork with 4.6 inches of travel. Rear suspension consists of a hand-adjustable emulsion system with 3.5 inches of travel. The rear suspension allows preload adjustment for varying rider, passenger, and cargo loads.
The front wheel measures 19 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches in width. Rear wheels measure 18 inches in diameter and 7 inches in width. All wheels use a Gloss Black/Machined 10-spoke cast aluminum design.
Tire specifications include a Dunlop® Harley-Davidson® Series D408F front tire in 130/60B19 M/C 61H configuration. Rear tire specification is P215/45R18 83T using the TK100 model. The front tire uses a bias blackwall construction, while the rear uses radial blackwall construction.
Brake System and Stability Technologies
The braking system combines dual floating front rotors with a fixed rear rotor. Front brake calipers use 32mm four-piston fixed units. Rear braking uses a floating 36mm piston integrated park brake system.
Front and rear rotor diameters measure 11.8 inches. Front rotor thickness measures 0.197 inches, while rear rotor thickness measures 0.276 inches. The front brake system uses dual rotors as standard equipment.
An anti-lock braking system is included as standard equipment. Electronic Linked Braking is also included, assisting with coordinated braking force distribution between front and rear systems during deceleration.
The motorcycle also includes the Traction Control System and Drag-torque Slip Control System functionality. These systems monitor wheel behavior during acceleration and deceleration to support traction management and rear wheel stability.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System is included. This system provides tire pressure status information through the motorcycle’s integrated display interface.
Cornering Rider Assistance Systems
The 2026 Harley-Davidson® Street Glide® 3 Limited includes cornering-enhanced rider safety technologies integrated into the braking and traction management systems. The Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System is included to assist braking performance during cornering operations.
Cornering Enhanced Electronic Linked Braking is also included. This system adjusts brake force application based on vehicle conditions during turning operations. Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System monitors traction behavior during cornering acceleration.
Cornering Drag-torque Slip Control System assists rear wheel stability during downshifts and throttle transitions while cornering. These systems are integrated into the motorcycle’s electronic control architecture to support stability under changing riding conditions.
Infotainment and Rider Interface Technology
The motorcycle uses the Skyline™ OS infotainment system with a 12.3-inch full-color TFT display. The display integrates digital gauges and vehicle information functions into a single interface. Vehicle information includes air temperature, oil pressure, and Engine Idle Temperature Management System data.
The infotainment system includes four speakers with 50 watts per channel. Audio configuration consists of two 6.5-inch fairing-mounted speakers and two 6.5-inch Tour-Pak® speakers. AM and FM radio capabilities are standard.
The system supports SD cards, flash drives, and MP3 media playback through USB connectivity. A USB-C accessory port is positioned inside the media storage compartment. The system supports smartphone connection through Apple CarPlay® using either wireless or wired operation.
Bluetooth® connectivity supports mobile phone, media player, and headset integration. Rider and passenger intercom compatibility is available with Harley-Davidson® headset systems. Voice-operated communication support is available for compatible H-D headsets.
The integrated navigation system includes embedded GPS functionality. Navigation services support traffic and weather information through Wi-Fi Hotspot connection services, where applicable.
Electrical Equipment and Lighting Systems
Electrical operation is supported by a sealed maintenance-free 12-volt battery rated at 28 amp-hours and 405 cold-cranking amps. Charging is managed through a three-phase 48-amp system rated at 600 watts at 13 volts and 2,000 rpm, with a maximum output of 625 watts.
Starting is handled by a 1.6 kW electric starter with solenoid shift starter motor engagement. Electrical systems support infotainment operation, navigation functions, lighting systems, and accessory connectivity.
Lighting systems use LED technology throughout the motorcycle. LED equipment includes the headlamp, tail and stop lamp, front signal lamps, and rear turn signals. LED fog lamps are integrated into the lower fairings to supplement forward lighting visibility.
Digital gauges are integrated directly into the TFT display interface. This layout centralizes operational information and minimizes separate analog instrumentation.
Fuel Capacity and Operating Specifications
Fuel capacity is listed at 6 gallons, with a reserve fuel warning level of 1 gallon. Estimated fuel economy is rated at 39 mpg under estimated city and highway conditions.
Oil capacity with filter measures 5 quarts. Transmission capacity measures 1.22 quarts, while primary chain case capacity measures 1.1 quarts. Coolant capacity is listed at 0.82 quarts.
These capacities support touring operations and long-distance riding intervals. The motorcycle’s storage volume, fuel range, drivetrain configuration, and electronic support systems are designed for extended road use and passenger-carrying operation.
Visit Tower’s Baton Rouge Harley-Davidson® for a Test Ride
Riders interested in evaluating the technical systems and touring capability of the 2026 Harley-Davidson® Street Glide® 3 Limited can contact Tower’s Baton Rouge Harley-Davidson® in Baton Rouge, LA, to arrange a test ride. A test ride provides an opportunity to examine the Milwaukee-Eight® VVT 117 engine response, six-speed Cruise Drive® transmission, and electric reverse system during operation. Riders can also review the Skyline™ OS infotainment system, integrated navigation functions, and TFT display interface directly from the riding position. The motorcycle’s braking systems, traction technologies, suspension setup, and three-wheel chassis configuration can be assessed under normal riding conditions.
