The 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® RR is a race-developed bagger designed for road-legal operation. Drawing direct engineering input from the Factory Race Team and its King of the Baggers series motorcycles, this model integrates competition-based powertrain, chassis, braking, and electronics into a serialized production motorcycle. Limited to only 131 units, the 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® RR introduces components sourced from professional motorsport environments, including carbon fiber body panels, billet aluminum hardware, and a full titanium exhaust. It is built with a singular focus on performance, control, and mechanical consistency.
V-Twin Powertrain with Factory Race Team Architecture
The Milwaukee-Eight® Screamin’ Eagle® 131 engine is the most powerful configuration ever installed on a production Harley-Davidson® motorcycle. It delivers 153 horsepower and 150 pound-feet of torque. Redline is set at 6,500 RPM. These figures are achieved using a Stage IV build architecture, which includes CNC-ported cylinder heads, a Screamin’ Eagle® SE8-550 camshaft, and reinforced internal components. The 131-cubic-inch displacement block is the same base engine used in factory race bikes.
The intake system supports high output with a 68-millimeter throttle body, designed to improve airflow velocity. A CNC-machined aluminum manifold reduces system weight and works in conjunction with a high-flow, washable air filter to deliver constant air supply under sustained load conditions.
High-Stress Transmission for Race Environments
Paired with the powertrain is the Screamin’ Eagle® Racing King 6-speed transmission. This system uses shot-peened gears and shafts to improve structural integrity under stress. Back-cut shift dogs help retain gear engagement during hard shifts.
Titanium Exhaust and Weight Optimization
The Akrapovič full titanium exhaust system is a 2-into-1 layout that incorporates carbon fiber heat shields and a titanium muffler. Developed with Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing, this system reduces overall exhaust weight by over 10 pounds. The layout contributes to mass centralization while maintaining emissions compliance across all states.
Chassis Architecture and Material Selection
At the core of the rear suspension is a billet aluminum swingarm. Machined from a single 220-pound block of 6061 aluminum down to 18 pounds, it reduces unsprung mass and improves suspension responsiveness. The structure is engineered for lateral rigidity and minimal deflection under torque transfer.
Front suspension is handled by 43-millimeter Öhlins FGR inverted forks. These units are fully adjustable and provide sharper steering feedback and support under heavy braking. In the rear, dual Screamin’ Eagle® Öhlins remote reservoir shocks increase ride height by two inches compared to standard touring setups.
Braking System with Professional-Spec Components
The front braking system uses Brembo® GP4-RX CNC-machined calipers. Each caliper contains four 32-millimeter pistons and applies force to 320-millimeter T-Drive rotors. These rotors are designed to maintain shape under temperature expansion and mechanical stress. The system provides controlled braking inputs with high thermal stability. A four-piston Brembo® rear caliper manages deceleration at the rear and applies pressure to a 300-millimeter rotor. The full system is tuned for consistent feel and control over repeated cycles of high-speed braking.
Mid Controls and Rider Interface for Aggressive Operation
Instead of traditional touring footboards, the 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® RR uses billet aluminum mid-foot controls. This change increases ground clearance and improves leverage for body positioning during corner entry and exit. The design also simplifies input on brake and shift levers. The seat is a solo race unit co-developed with Saddlemen®. The pommel design raises the rider one inch and provides fixed support under braking. A rear bolster keeps the rider stabilized under forward acceleration. Carbon fiber is used in the seat pan to reduce weight without reducing structural performance.
Wheels Designed for Mass Efficiency
Gloss black cast aluminum wheels reduce unsprung weight. These components are shaped to improve rotational mass distribution. A laser-etched CVO™ RR insignia is applied to the front wheel, signaling its exclusive application. Combined with the lightweight swingarm and titanium exhaust, these wheels contribute to a responsive handling profile.
Selectable Ride Modes and Traction Control Strategies
Nine ride modes are included as standard. Two of these, such as Track and Track Plus, were developed in conjunction with Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing rider Kyle Wyman. Track Mode calibrates throttle response, braking, and traction control for closed-course settings. Track Plus reduces electronic intervention, placing greater control in the hands of the rider. Each mode controls engine braking, throttle mapping, traction control sensitivity, and ABS engagement.
Cornering detection modifies these systems further under lean, adjusting brake and throttle management based on lateral force and lean angle. These features include Cornering Enhanced ABS, Cornering Enhanced Electronic Linked Braking, and Cornering Traction Control. They help maintain trajectory stability under deceleration or acceleration during cornering events.
Infotainment System with Updated Display Platform
The dashboard is a 12.3-inch color touchscreen powered by Skyline™ OS. This display platform supports Bluetooth®, wireless Apple CarPlay®, embedded GPS, and over-the-air updates. The user interface is structured for quick navigation of settings and modes. It also delivers feedback from the onboard Tire Pressure Monitoring System and other diagnostic tools. The system is calibrated for use with gloves and responds to minimal input latency.
High-Output Audio System
The integrated Rockford Fosgate® Stage III audio system uses a 500-watt amplifier and 6.5-inch three-way speakers positioned in the fairing. The system was developed to retain audio clarity at high speeds and was tuned in collaboration with Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing. Sound balance is maintained through variable input sensitivity and reinforced cone materials. It is configured to resist distortion under continuous output.
Lighting, Visibility, and System Integration
The lighting configuration consists entirely of LED units. Front and rear signals are flush-mounted into the body panels for reduced drag. The headlamp structure uses a multi-element layout that concentrates light forward and laterally for extended reach and visibility. Lighting systems are also used to signal system diagnostics and traction system status through the dashboard interface.
Rider Assistance and Safety Technologies
Vehicle Hold Control allows the rider to temporarily hold brake pressure at a complete stop. This is useful for managing incline launches. Electronic Linked Braking balances front and rear pressure inputs based on vehicle speed and brake lever usage. The Drag-Torque Slip Control System manages rear wheel deceleration slip during rapid downshifts or abrupt throttle roll-off. The tire monitoring system alerts the rider when air pressure exceeds calibrated ranges, promoting predictable handling.
Schedule a Test Ride at Harley-Davidson® of Wesley Chapel
Production is limited to 131 units globally. Each motorcycle includes a serialized riser clamp as visual identification. Every production model mirrors the visual identity and layout of the Factory Race Team’s King of the Baggers motorcycles. To experience the 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® RR, contact Harley-Davidson® of Wesley Chapel near Lutz, FL. Book a test ride to examine the engine response, braking control, and handling features in person.