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Harley-Davidson PAN America 1250 Special specifications and features

Every figure from the manufacturer's sheet, plus what each feature actually does for you.

By , founder and editor

Updated

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Specs source: Harley-Davidson

Engine and performance

The 1252cc liquid-cooled engine makes 150.19 bhp and 128 Nm through a 6 Speed. With a kerb weight of 258 kg that is 582 bhp per tonne, 4th best power-to-weight of the 29 bikes in this class we have reviewed.

The torque and power figures are well balanced, so it neither needs to be revved hard nor feels lazy when you do.

Full specification sheet

Electric

Top speed
200 km/h

Dimensions

Kerb weight
258 kg
Fuel tank
21.2 L
Seat height
875 mm
Ground clearance
175 mm
Wheelbase
1585 mm
Length
2270 mm
Width
965 mm
Height
1510 mm

Tyres

Front tyre
120/70-R19
Rear tyre
170/60-R17

Engine

Engine
1252 cc
Engine type
2 Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, 4 Valves
Power
150.2 bhp
Torque
128 Nm
Claimed mileage
18 kmpl
Cooling
Liquid-cooled
Transmission
6 Speed

Brakes & suspension

Front brake
Disc, 320 mm, 4 piston caliper
Rear brake
Disc, 280 mm, 1 piston caliper
ABS / CBS
Dual Channel ABS
Front suspension
47mm inverted fork with electronically adjustable semi-active damping control
Rear suspension
Linkage-mounted monoshock with automatic electronic preload control and semi-active compression & rebound damping

Source: Harley-Davidson official specifications. Figures can differ between variants; the table shows the range offered.

Dimensions in practice

The PAN America 1250 Special weighs 258 kg with fluids, has an 875 mm seat, 175 mm of ground clearance, and rides on a 1585 mm wheelbase. That clearance is generous: speed breakers and broken roads will not trouble the underbody.

The fuel tank holds 21.2 litres.

Tyres are 120/70-R19 front and 170/60-R17 rear, tubeless.

Features, and why each matters

Grouped by what they do for you. Underlined items link to a plain-English explainer.

Safety and braking

  • Dual-channel ABS

    Stops both wheels from locking under panic braking. The single biggest safety upgrade on a two-wheeler.

  • Front disc brake

    Sheds heat and works when wet. Worth the small premium over a drum on any commuter.

  • Rear disc brake

    Adds feel and fade resistance at the back; matters more on heavier or faster bikes.

  • Tubeless tyres

    A puncture deflates slowly instead of instantly, and roadside repair takes ten minutes.

  • Traction control

    Cuts power if the rear spins on wet paint or gravel. Rare under ₹2 lakh.

  • Side-stand engine cut-off

    Engine will not run with the stand down, which prevents a common low-speed crash.

  • Hazard lamps

    All four indicators flash; useful in fog and when stopped on a highway shoulder.

Lighting

  • LED headlamp

    Brighter, whiter and lasts the life of the bike. Halogens on rivals look yellow by comparison.

  • Projector headlamp

    Sharper cut-off and a longer throw than a reflector unit.

  • LED daytime running lamp

    Makes you visible to cars in daylight, when most two-wheeler collisions happen.

  • LED tail lamp

    Lights up instantly, which gives the vehicle behind a fraction more warning.

Chassis

  • Alloy wheels

    Lighter than spoked wheels and they allow tubeless tyres.

  • USD front forks

    Stiffer than conventional forks, so the front feels planted under hard braking.

  • Rear monoshock

    One central shock instead of twin units; usually better damping on broken roads.

  • Slipper clutch

    Stops the rear wheel hopping on aggressive downshifts. Also makes the lever lighter.

Console and connectivity

  • Colour TFT console

    Readable in direct sun and can show turn-by-turn navigation.

  • Digital console

    Trip meters, real-time mileage and a gear indicator. The analogue dial is disappearing.

  • Bluetooth connectivity

    Call and message alerts on the console so the phone stays in your pocket.

  • Turn-by-turn navigation

    Directions on the console via the phone app. Saves mounting a phone on the bars.

  • Ride modes

    An Eco map for mileage and a Power map for overtakes, switched from the bars.

Convenience

  • USB charging port

    Charges the phone on a long commute. Check whether it is Type-A or Type-C.

  • Engine kill switch

    Switch the engine off from the right bar without reaching for the key.

Equipment against Multistrada V4 RS, 1290 Super Adventure S and R1300GS

Against Multistrada V4 RS, 1290 Super Adventure S or R1300GS, it gets rear monoshock that most rivals skip.

It is offered in 4 colours: Blue Burst, Billiard Gray, Vivid Black and Whiskey Fire/Raven Metallic. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.

Only the PAN America 1250 Special has

  • Rear monoshock

Rivals have, it lacks

  • Nothing significant

Colours

  • Blue Burst
  • Billiard Gray
  • Vivid Black
  • Whiskey Fire/Raven Metallic

PAN America 1250 Special specs: questions people ask

What is the engine capacity and power of the PAN America 1250 Special?
It uses a 1252cc engine producing 150.19 bhp and 128 Nm, with a 6 speed.
Is the PAN America 1250 Special suitable for short riders?
It is on the tall side at 875 mm. Riders under 5'6" may be on tiptoe at stops and should try it before buying.
Does the PAN America 1250 Special have ABS?
Yes, dual-channel ABS on at least one variant; check the variant table, as lower trims may get single-channel.
What features does the PAN America 1250 Special have?
22 items across 5 groups, including dual-channel abs, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tubeless tyres and alloy wheels. Some are variant-specific.

PAN America 1250 Special from

₹27.16 Lakh