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In a widely reported December interview with Argentina ' s La Nación, Ford Motor Co. CEO and H-D board member Jim Farley said that " Harley-Davidson ' s long-term survival depends on its ability to adapt and move beyond relying solely on its heritage ".
Buell Motorcycle Co. has said that having begun production of its much anticipated ' Super Cruiser ' after its EPA and CARB Approvals came through, the Grand Rapids, MI. based manufacturer is contacting deposit holders to confirm options and delivery details.
Brookfield, Connecticut-based Spectro Performance Oils is set for its third successive year of MotoAmerica Sponsorship in 2026. Spectro ' s Heavy Duty product line includes unique lubricants, fluids, cleaners, and shop products specifically formulated for Harley-Davidson, and American V-twin motorcycles.
December 2025 saw the SEMA-led, bipartisan ADAS Functionality & Integrity Act introduced in the U. S. House of Representatives. H. B. 6688 provides a pathway to ensure proper calibration of ADAS- meaning that aftermarket businesses have the information needed to properly calibrate advanced driver assistance systems( ADAS) after vehicles are modified.
In an era in which most electric motorcycle manufacturers can best be described as money pits, the good news from respected Barcelona, Spain based Stark Future is of another record financial performance. Delivering a 77 % year over year sales growth to € 115m in revenue in the full year of 2025, they achieved profitability in 5 of the last 9 months, underscoring strong demand for the company ' s electric motorcycles and expanding global footprint. Q4 growth of 97 % capped a year of operational discipline and product momentum across MX, EX, and SM platforms.
Harley Marks United States 250th Anniversary with New Enthusiast Collection of 2,500 Liberty Edition Motorcycles
As the United States of America " celebrates 250 years of freedom- these special motorcycles honor the spirit of exploration and independence that inspired generations of travelers across this great country and the world." For 2026 three Harley-Davidson models will be included in the Enthusiast Collection- Liberty Edition: the Street Glide, Street Glide 3 Limited Trike and Heritage Classic motorcycles. Each features a base color of Midnight Ember, a heavy metallic black that is exclusive to the Liberty Edition. Special graphics include a Liberty Edition eagle graphic on the sides of the fuel tank- with see-through # 1 medallion – a Liberty Edition eagle graphic on the fairing, additional graphics and Liberty Edition console and engine cover inserts. Harley goes on to say that " motorcycles ' beautiful Midnight Ember paint and Liberty Edition Eagle graphics trace back to Harley- Davidson ' s iconic past Bicentennial and Liberty Editions, while a bluetinted windshield gives this icon a subtle, celebratory glow. They are a collector ' s piece that is built to ride, where tradition meets timeless craftsmanship. This is how we do life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." The hand-stitched leather seats feature blue seam stitching, red / white / blue striped accent stitching, an embossed center panel and embroidered Bar & Shield logo. Liberty Edition Street Glide and Heritage Classic models feature a blue-tint windshield. Mechanical features of each model are identical to the corresponding regular-production 2026 model. For the FLHXM80 Street Glide that means the standard 117 " M8 with mild steel tubular frame; for the FLHCM80 that means the 117 " M8 ' Classic '( in the mild steel tubular frame) and for the FLHLTM80 Street Glide 3 Trike that means the VVT version of the 117 " engine in the square section mild steel frame with twin down tubes. " Enthusiast Collection motorcycles are created in very limited quantities and Liberty Edition production will be capped at about 2,500 models combined globally." MSRP for the Heritage Classic starts at $ 23,749; $ 28,799 for the Street Glide and $ 39,199 for the Trike. See also pages 1, 8 and this month ' s Comment piece on page 4.