The 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® RR is built as a production motorcycle with engineering informed by competitive racing environments. Its structure, materials, and component selection focus on performance capability with an emphasis on weight reduction, durability, and mechanical precision. Every system on the motorcycle is configured for consistent function under high demand, creating a machine that prioritizes measurable output and controlled handling. With carbon fiber bodywork, billet aluminum construction, advanced suspension components, and a factory-installed Screamin' Eagle® 131 powertrain, the model reflects a technical approach designed purely around performance objectives.
Powertrain Engineering With High-Output Design
The Screamin' Eagle® 131 Milwaukee-Eight® engine installed in the 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® RR produces 153 horsepower and 150 foot-pounds of torque with a 6,500 RPM redline. This factory-configured Stage IV engine uses CNC-ported heads that allow improved airflow efficiency. Screamin' Eagle® internal components support durability during extended high RPM operation. The SE8 550 camshaft is selected to maintain airflow characteristics suited for engines that require strong performance at higher engine speeds.
A 68-millimeter throttle body supplies increased volume through a CNC-machined aluminum intake manifold. This combination reduces weight while improving airflow consistency, and the Screamin' Eagle® High Flow air filter supports the demand for continuous intake volume. The induction system is designed to produce stable performance figures during aggressive acceleration.
Completing the overall powertrain is the Akrapovic full titanium exhaust system. Developed in cooperation with Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing, the system features titanium header pipes, carbon fiber shields, and a titanium muffler. This reduces total weight by more than ten pounds when compared to standard Milwaukee-Eight® exhaust systems. The reduced mass and tuned exhaust routing contribute to efficient flow characteristics and a stronger overall power curve while remaining compliant with all 50 state emission requirements.
Transmission and Drivetrain Built for Strength Under Load
The Screamin' Eagle® Racing King 6 Transmission is designed to sustain high-speed shifting and continuous mechanical load. Shot-peened gears and shafts increase overall material strength. Back-cut shift dogs promote secure gear engagement under rapid transitions, reducing instances of gear slip or partial engagement at elevated engine speeds. The result is a drivetrain system intended to deliver consistent performance throughout hard acceleration, controlled corner entry, and rapid exit transitions.
Race-Developed Suspension for Precise Handling
The suspension on the 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® RR uses fully adjustable race-spec Öhlins components. The motorcycle sits two inches higher than standard configurations, improving available lean angle during cornering. Up front, 43-millimeter Öhlins FGR inverted forks provide structural stiffness that allows accurate steering input. The rear features dual Screamin' Eagle® Öhlins remote reservoir shocks designed to maintain damping performance during repetitive high-speed compression and rebound cycles.
The suspension configuration is intended to create predictable handling characteristics in environments that involve rapid direction changes, variations in road surface, or extended periods of high-speed cornering.
Chassis Elements Constructed for Reduced Weight and Rigidity
A notable structural component is the billet aluminum swingarm developed by Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing. This swingarm is machined from a 220-pound block of 6061 aluminum down to an 18-pound final structure. The drastic reduction in weight, combined with the inherent stiffness of the machining process, promotes improved suspension response and reduced unsprung mass. These factors contribute to improved traction and control during acceleration and cornering.
The gloss black cast aluminum wheels are manufactured to reduce mass while maintaining structural integrity. A laser-etched CVO™ RR graphic appears on the front wheel. The reduced rotational mass supports quicker steering response and improved suspension performance.
High-Performance Braking System Configured for Aggressive Riding
The braking system uses nickel-plated Brembo® GP4 RX CNC calipers with four 32-millimeter pistons. These calipers pair with 320-millimeter Brembo® T Drive front rotors that maintain consistent braking performance during repeated high-temperature cycles. At the rear, a four-piston Brembo® caliper and a 300 mm rotor support stable braking distribution and controlled deceleration.
This braking configuration is engineered to deliver consistent stopping performance during repeated hard braking events associated with track-inspired riding conditions.
Control Components and Rider Interfaces Designed for Function
Billet aluminum mid controls replace traditional footboards to allow increased lean angles and more precise control during cornering. These components reduce overall weight while creating a central riding position suited for high-speed handling. The race-inspired solo seat with pommel is constructed with input from Saddlemen® and raises the rider one inch, placing the rider in an ergonomically efficient mid-control position. The rear bolster stabilizes the rider during acceleration, while the pommel provides support under heavy braking. Carbon fiber construction contributes to weight reduction across the seating system.
Material Efficiency and Aerodynamic Form
The motorcycle uses carbon fiber across major exterior components to minimize weight while maintaining structural rigidity. Titanium elements appear throughout the exhaust system and select hardware components to reduce mass and improve heat resistance. The model also features Harley-Davidson® Racing Orange paint with black and white graphics based on factory race motorcycles. Exposed carbon fiber beneath a gloss clear coat highlights the technical material selection rather than serving a decorative purpose.
Each unit includes a serialized riser clamp that identifies the motorcycle as part of a limited run of only 131 units produced.
Technology Integration With Advanced Electronic Systems
The 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® RR includes nine ride modes that adjust throttle response, engine braking, traction control intervention, and braking behavior. Track Mode is configured with input from Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing rider Kyle Wyman. It modifies electronic control behavior for use in closed course environments. Track Plus Mode allows further reduction of rider assistance systems for operators who require more direct mechanical control.
A 12.3-inch Skyline™ OS touchscreen provides instrument display, navigation functions, wireless Apple CarPlay®, Bluetooth® connectivity, and over-the-air updates. The screen is designed to maintain visibility in bright conditions and respond to quick input. High-performance audio is provided through a Rockford Fosgate® Stage III system with 500 watts of output and 6.5-inch three-way fairing speakers engineered for stable sound delivery at speed.
The lighting system uses integrated LED components that improve visibility and support the aerodynamic profile of the motorcycle.
Safety and Stability Systems Designed for Variable Conditions
The motorcycle includes Harley-Davidson® Rider Safety Enhancements, which monitor traction, braking pressure, and lean angle. Systems include ABS, Electronic Linked Braking, Traction Control, Drag Torque Slip Control, Vehicle Hold Control, and Tire Pressure Monitoring. Cornering-enhanced versions of ABS, ELB, TCS, and DSCS adjust intervention based on lean angle to maintain stability during braking or acceleration while cornering. These systems are designed to improve control in conditions that involve reduced traction, quick downshifts, or uneven surfaces.
Schedule a Test Ride Today
Riders interested in examining the 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® RR can schedule a test ride to review its performance systems in detail. A test ride offers direct exposure to its suspension characteristics, braking response, and power delivery. Our staff at Treasure Coast Harley-Davidson® near Sunrise, FL, is available to answer technical questions regarding the model configuration and component functions. Scheduling an appointment gives riders the opportunity to evaluate how the motorcycle behaves during controlled acceleration, cornering, and braking. This provides a clear understanding of the engineering focus behind the 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® RR.