Harley-Davidson has expanded its cruiser line-up with the introduction of the Deadwood, a new factory-built bobber-inspired motorcycle that pays homage to the stripped-down Harley-Davidsons popular in the years following World War II. The 2026 Deadwood will be sold exclusively in the US and Canada, where it is priced at USD 17,999 (around Rs 17.32 lakh, before taxes).
- Harley-Davidson Deadwood’s 1,923cc, V-twin engine produces 98hp and 163Nm
- 648mm seat height makes it one of the lowest bikes in the brand’s current line-up
- A comprehensive electronics package despite retro styling; 3 riding modes
Harley-Davidson Deadwood: An overview
The Deadwood will make its public debut at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally on August 7
The Deadwood gets an almost entirely blacked-out finish, with the engine, exhaust, handlebar, fork, wheels and lighting all finished in black. Chrome is limited to the lower rocker covers and pushrod tubes, while Denim Black paint is offered as the sole colour option.
Other styling highlights include a solo ‘tuck-and-roll’ seat, wire-spoke wheels, a chopped windscreen and the absence of saddlebags, leaving the Softail’s hardtail-inspired rear section exposed. Harley says the 648mm seat height makes it one of the lowest motorcycles in its current line-up.
Power comes from Harley-Davidson’s 1,923cc (117 cubic inches) Milwaukee-Eight V-twin engine producing 98hp and 163Nm, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. It is paired with a 2-into-1 exhaust and can be upgraded with Harley’s Screamin’ Eagle performance parts.
Despite its retro styling, the Deadwood comes equipped with a comprehensive electronics package that includes cornering ABS, cornering traction control, drag torque slip control, a tyre-pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and three riding modes: Road, Sport and Rain.
Other equipment includes all-LED lighting, a 5-inch analogue instrument cluster with an LCD display, USB-C charging, preload-adjustable rear suspension and 49mm front fork.
The Deadwood will make its public debut at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally on August 7, which is the largest biker gathering globally, drawing over 4.50 lakh riders. It will subsequently go on sale in the US and Canada.
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Vishal Venugopal
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