Harley-Davidson models 2026 preview of chapter 1

YouTube premiere on November 4 at 01:00 CET - first hints on carry-over models, possible deletions and the X440

Harley-Davidson announces the premiere of Chapter 1 of the unveiling for the 2026 model year on November 3 at 6 pm CST - i.e. on November 4 at 01:00 am CET. The show will be shown on YouTube. If you want to be there live, you should activate the reminder now.

What Harley-Davidson will probably show

As things stand at present, Harley-Davidson's main focus in this first chapter will be on Carry-over models introduce. These are models that will remain technically unchanged and will only be carried over into the new model year with new colors or minor adjustments to details. And that's exactly what many of you are interested in, what new colors we can expect in 2026.

Basically, the early presentation helps especially with the current purchase decision as to whether to buy in model year 2025 if the offer is right. Currently, the presentation has been brought forward by 2 months, which is a very good decision.

The current teaser shows a Sportster as a single-seater, which clearly indicates that the focus is not on new developments but on fresh color variants.

Two models could be discontinued in 2026

There are increasing indications that two models could be withdrawn from the program in 2026. It is still unclear exactly what these are, but there are many indications that Harley-Davidson will discontinue the Road King Special 2026. There are also rumors that the CVO Road Glide might not be available as a 2026 model next year. It has to be said that Harley-Davidson has done it quite often in the past to let one of the CVO Road Glide models, whereby I am also thinking of the CVO Road Glide Limited, take a break for one or two years.

This year, however, it is unusual that the CVO Road Glide (204/2025) better than the CVO Street Glide (71/2025) was sold. The CVO Road Glide ST but this will probably not affect them. The Custom Vehicle Operation models may still be in focus in 2026.

The Harley-Davidson presentation on 04.11.25 at 01:00 a.m. our time.

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Is the entry-level Harley X440 coming?

It also remains exciting to see whether Harley-Davidson will take this opportunity to X440 shows - the small entry-level model is thought to have an entry-level price of around 6000 / 7000 euros. The bike could become interesting for the European market, especially for Travelers with camper or van, The single-cylinder could appeal to those looking for a lightweight, compact motorcycle as a companion or newcomers. However, whether the X440 will appear in Chapter 1 or will only be presented later is currently unclear; it is expected to be launched on the market in summer 2026.

The Harley news summarized on YouTube

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Changes at the Harley-Davidson dealerships

A lot is also happening in the dealer network.

According to the information available Harley-Davidson Rhine-Neckar in the near future not an official dealer be more. On the official website, the location is already no longer in the dealer directory listed. In addition, for the regions Berlin, Koblenz, Kassel and Erfurt currently looking for a successor.

Many retailers are facing a Generation problem. Succession is often difficult to arrange, and at Harley-Davidson in particular, passion and experience play a major role when it comes to continuing a business. What Harley-Davidson Rhine-Neckar is not yet known. There are no economic problems, but the tendency is towards differences of opinion with the manufacturer.

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Mallorca Bike Week celebrates 20 years

While Harley-Davidson is already looking ahead to the new model year, the Mallorca the big season finale. The Mallorca Bike Week celebrates her 20th anniversary - with around 400 Harley-Davidson motorcycles the SKS trip in the Robinson Club Cala Serena.

For many bikers, this is the perfect end to a long season before the bikes go into hibernation.

Harleysite / 01.11.2025

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