10 Expensive Harley-Davidson Motorcycles We Would Love To Ride

Owning a Harley-Davidson is a dream for many motorcycle lovers. The classic charm and superior performance of these machines have been seducing motorcyclists for over a century. But H-D motorcycles are expensive; even the cheapest model is priced around $13K. But that doesn’t stop fans from falling head over heels whenever they see a Harley passing by. Respecting this devotion, the manufacturer has an official pre-owned bike sales program alongside their latest models, which one can access from the manufacturer’s website. But how expensive can a Harley really be? That’s what we are going to look at today. In this article, we have selected the most expensive motorcycles from every category, as well as a few collectible classics and customs with record-setting price tags.

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10 Pan America 1250 Special

Base MSRP – $20,399

Available in six different color options, this bike features an amazing suspension set-up that doubles the fun of adventure riding. The adaptive ride height feature of the suspension allows the rider to lower the seat height when stopped, this makes this bike accessible to short riders and also inspires confidence in them. Besides, the preload adjustment setting continuously senses the weight inputs and maintains optimum damping during the ride. Powering the rear wheel is the Revolution Max 1250 engine, and it is a structural component of the bike. This reduces weight and also contributes to enhanced balanced riding. Riders can select their preferred traction control and engine braking by changing ride modes as per the riding condition. The modern cockpit is equipped with a 6.8-inch color TFT touchscreen with Bluetooth and H-D app connectivity.

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9 Low Rider ST

Base MSRP – $22,199

The Low Rider ST is a sport touring machine from the manufacturer with a standard single seat and West Coast style statement. Featured with an attractive blacked-out paint scheme, this bike is perfected for a weekend solo trip with a frame-mounted broad fairing for superior wind protection, a deep solo seat that helps the rider grip himself/herself to the bike, especially while cornering, and standard dual saddlebags. The high handlebars, together with mid-mount foot pegs, allow the rider to have an upright, relaxed position. To add high-performance character, Harley gave this bike its magnificent Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine with a heavy breather intake, producing 125 lb-ft of torque. Adding a modern touch to this classical beauty, the dash is equipped with an LCD display, together with and LED head and tail lights. The anti-lock brake system and traction control are standard rider safety features on this bike.

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8 LiveWire One

Base MSRP – $22,799

The LiveWire ONE is the first electric motorcycle produced by Harley-Davidson. Currently, it is accompanied by the latest S2 Del Mar, but it is still the most expensive motorcycle in the electric bike category. It is certain to draw attention everywhere it goes because of its sleek, modern design and cutting-edge technological features. A 15.4 kWh battery offers a range of up to 146 miles in the city and 95 miles while traveling on both the highway and the city streets. It can be fully charged with a Level 2 charger in roughly 11 hours, or a DC fast charger can charge it from empty to 80% in about 40 minutes. A 100-horsepower electric motor that generates 86 lb-ft of torque is powered by the battery. The engine power characteristics are managed via five ride modes easily selectable from the 4.3-inch touchscreen. The touchscreen can be connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth and the LiveWire One app.

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7 2022 Low Rider El Diablo

Base MSRP – $27,999

The Low Rider El Diablo was a limited-edition touring motorcycle launched by Harley in 2022. This bike was exclusively limited to only 1500 examples. With this bike, the manufacturer reincarnated the awesome 1983 H-D FXRT and its romance with 80s Southern California culture. Entirely hand-painted, this bike is a magnificent example of craftsmanship with a detailed paint scheme. Styled with various shades of bright red and pinstriping, the El Diablo also stands out with its lifted rear suspension, high handle bars, frame-mounted fairing, and Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine. This engine produces 103 horsepower and 125 lb-ft of torque with a city/highway combined fuel economy of 47 MPG. Another notable feature of this bike is the Rockford Fosgate audio system with two-way speakers. This audio system is equipped with digital signal processing technology and can be connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth.

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6 2021 Street Glide Arctic Blast

Base MSRP – $32,999

A white-and-blue Harley is not something you see every day. Harley-Davidson took custom paint to a new level with the introduction of the 2021 Harley-Davidson Street Glide, featuring the handcrafted Arctic Blast Limited Edition paint. Each was serialized on the fuel tank; only 500 examples were launched worldwide. The Arctic Blast Limited Edition paint scheme was featured in metallic deep blue with bright blue strokes over a pearlescent white base. Featuring Harley’s iconic batwing fairing with splitstream air vents and stretched locking saddlebags, this special bagger offers incredible long-haul touring comfort and convenience. While the Daymaker LED headlamp illuminates the way ahead, the infotainment part is taken care of by a color touch screen with the Boom Box GTS audio system. The infotainment system has Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility.

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5 Tri Glide Ultra

Base MSRP – $36,499

Designed for two-up long rides, both rider and passenger saddles are wide and well cushioned. While the rider gets back support, the passenger seat comes with a complete backrest and armrests. One of the advantages of having two wheels at the back is having luggage space like a car. The Tri Glide offers an enormous luggage space of 6.8 cubic feet, combining the trunk and the premium Tour Pak luggage carrier above it. Infotainment is also top-spec, featuring a 6.5-inch full-color TFT with Bluetooth connectivity. A four-channel BoomBox GTS speaker comes standard with this bike.

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4 CVO Road Glide Limited

Base MSRP – $51,999

The CVO Road Glide Limited is the grandeur of grand American touring. It’s a limited edition version of the regular Road Glide rolled out by the manufacturer to celebrate the 120th anniversary of the manufacturer. That means the lucky (and also rich) buyer will own a piece of history. Featuring exclusive commemorative paint and hand-laid details, this bike is adorned with many premium design elements from head to tail. The Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-twin with chrome and gold touches is producing a rumbling exhaust note with 102 horsepower. To highlight the traditional elements, Harley brings back the analog gauges in the dash along with a 6.5-inch full-color TFT screen. Besides, there is a full-fledged entertainment system powered by Boom Box GTS.

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3 1946 Knucklehead FL

Mecum Auction Price – $222,000

The Knucklehead was born during the turbulent times of war, and subsequently, four models of this bike were introduced, namely E, EL, F, and FL. The FL model was the most special among all Knuckleheads because of the high displacement engine. Only 3,986 models were sold in 1946, and the exclusivity of the bike was reflected in the mecum auction price. In 2021, someone paid $222K for this bike. The FL model also had the highest displacement engine of 1207 cc, producing 48 horsepower. This is one of the most powerful bikes of that time, capable of pushing a maximum speed of 95 mph. It was also one of the most expensive bikes of that time, priced at $465.

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2 1908 Strap Tank

Mecum Auction Price – $935,000

As per Forbes, this vintage 1908 Harley-Davidson Strap Tank is the most expensive motorcycle ever to be sold in an auction. In January 2023 someone paid an insane $935K for this motorcycle, and with this much money, you can buy almost every top-spec Harley from every category, and still there will be money left for custom modifications. For the enthusiasts of motorcycle history, specially Harleys, this bike is hard to resist. The fuel tank was secured to the frame with the help of two nickel-plated bolts, and this also became the inspiration behind the name of the strap tank. This motorcycle had a 440cc single-cylinder engine when it was first introduced in 1908. The engine included the special IOE (intake-over-exhaust) exchange system, or F-Head. The spark plug is situated between the two valves, which were positioned on top of one another. Using a leather belt drive system, its 2.72 horsepower is sent to the rear wheel.

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1 Harley-Davidson Bucherer Blue Edition

Base MSRP – $1.9 Million

This bike is not only the most expensive Harley but also one of the most expensive motorcycles in the world. Co-developed by Swiss watch and jewelry maker Carl Bucherer and custom bike maker Bunderbike with Harley’s approval, this bike is entirely silver-plated with 630 diamonds all over the body. Various parts of the bike, such as mirrors, screws, and bolts, are gold-plated. There are armored glass safes on either side of the tank; one holds a Heaven six-prong solitaire ring with a 5.4-carat ring, and another has a one-off Bucherer watch. This magnificent piece of art is entirely handmade and took 2,500 hours to complete. You may think this bike is just a showpiece, but it’s not. It is actually a custom-made 2017 Softail Slim S with a fully operational 1.8-liter V-twin engine producing 109 lb-ft of torque. Bucherer launched this bike on the occasion of their 130th anniversary as a signature of their magnificent craftsmanship.

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Sources: Cycle World And MCN