2026 Sportster® S
With 121 hp from the liquid-cooled Revolution Max® 1250T motor, a wide front tire, 2-1-2 scrambler-style exhaust, and suspension tuned for performance and comfort, the 2026 Sportster S reimagines classic styling with sharp, modern intent.
Disclaimer: Vehicle shown may vary visually by market and may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Availability may vary by market, please see your local dealer for details.
Key Features
Specifications
Pricing
| Base MSRP | $15,999.00 |
| Vivid Black | $300.00 |
| Solid Color | $450.00 |
| Premium Solids | $650.00 |
| California Emissions | $200.00 |
| Freight | $730.00 |
Dimensions
| Length | 89.4 in |
| Overall width | 33.1 in |
| Overall height | 42.7 in |
| Seat height, unladen | 30.1 in |
| Ground clearance | 3.5 in |
| Rake (steering head) | 30° |
| Trail | 5.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 59.8 in |
| Tires, front specifications | 160/70R17 73V |
| Tires, rear specifications | 180/70R16 77V |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.1 gal |
| Oil capacity | 4.75 qt. |
| Weight, as shipped | 487 lbs |
| Weight, in running order | 502 lbs |
| Tire type | Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, radial |
| Fork angle | 28° |
| Reserve fuel capacity, fuel injection | 0.8 gal |
| Gross axle weight rating, front | 359 lbs |
| Gross axle weight rating, rear | 595 lbs |
Engine
| Engine | Revolution® Max 1250T |
| Bore | 4.1 in |
| Stroke | 2.8 in |
| Displacement | 76.40 in³ |
| Compression ratio | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel system | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
| Exhaust | 2-into-1-into-2; catalyst in muffler |
Performance
| Engine torque testing method | J1349 |
| Engine torque | 92.9 ft-lb |
| Engine torque (RPM) | 6000 |
| Horsepower | 121 HP / 90 kW @ 7500 rpm |
| Lean angle, right (deg.) | 35° |
| Lean angle, left (deg.) | 35° |
| Fuel economy testing method | Estimated City/Hwy |
| Fuel economy | 49 mpg (5.1 l/100km) |
| Lean angle testing method | J1168 |
Powertrain
| Primary drive | Gear, 49/89 ratio |
| Gear ratios (overall) 1st | 12.21 |
| Gear ratios (overall) 2nd | 9.022 |
| Gear ratios (overall) 3rd | 6.994 |
| Gear ratios (overall) 4th | 5.641 |
| Gear ratios (overall) 5th | 4.731 |
| Gear ratios (overall) 6th | 4.131 |
Chassis
| Front fork | 43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminum fork triple clamps |
| Rear shocks | Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability |
| Wheels, front type | Aluminum cast, satin black |
| Wheels, rear type | Aluminum cast, satin black |
| Brakes, type | Front: single rotor, floating, tower-mounted Rear: solid uniform expansion rotor |
| Brakes, caliper type | Front: radially mounted, monoblock, 4-piston caliper Rear: floating, single piston caliper |
Infotainment
| Screen size | 4 in |
| Type | Color TFT |
| Headset specifications (if equipped) | Bluetooth |
| Languages | Arabic, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (default), Finnish, French (Canada/France), German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Portugal/Brazil), Indonesian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish (Mexico/Spain), Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese |
| Hands-free mobile phone — via Bluetooth | Standard |
| Voice Recognition Languages: Phone functions only | Phone dependent |
| Voice Recognition Languages: Tuner / Media / Navigation | Phone dependent |
| Text-to-Speech (TTS) languages | Phone dependent |
| Rider / passenger intercom | Headset function only |
| Vehicle information screen | TPMS, Engine temp, Battery Voltage, Ambient Air Temp |
| USB | Charging and Instrument update, USB-C, 5V, 3A |
| Bluetooth | Phone/Media Supported |
Color Options
| Dark Billiard Gray |
| Vivid Black |
| Blood Orange |
| White Onyx Pearl |
| Aurora Blue Denim |
1Vehicles depicted may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Specifications and prices listed may differ from specifications and prices of vehicles manufactured and delivered. All product descriptions (including depictions, specifications, dimensions, measurements, ratings and competitive comparisons) are based on available information at the time of publication. Although such descriptions are believed correct, errors and changes can occur and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Harley-Davidson may make changes at any time to prices and specifications, and may change or discontinue models, without notice and without incurring any obligation. Attention: Vehicles in the configurations shown and many of the accessories described in this catalog may not be available for sale or use in some locations. Please check with your dealer for complete product details and the latest information. All models feature 6-speed transmission (VRSC™ models and Sportster® models are 5-speed) and carbon fiber belt final drive; multi-plate clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath; and 2-year unlimited mileage warranty.
3Recommended 91 octane or higher fuel (R+M)/2.
5Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region.
7Inspections of certain systems and components are required at 2,500 mile (4,000 km) intervals. See Owner’s Manual for full details.
9Limited availability. See your dealer for details and available colors.
11Freight price applies to the 48 contiguous states and Alaska only.12 Availability of colors may vary from dealer to dealer, and is subject to change without notice. Custom Color options have limited availability. See your dealer for details and available colors.