Man, the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 is Harley’s wild swing at the adventure bike world, that Milwaukee-built monster blending V-twin rumble with off-road grit for riders who hate staying on pavement. Dropped in 2021, it’s evolved into a lineup with the Special for dirt trails, the new 2025 ST for sporty street hauls, and a loaded CVO for show-off vibes. Prices start at $19,999 for the Special, hitting $29,249 for the CVO—premium, sure, but it’s got that Harley soul for folks chasing epic USA backroads or canyon carves. With 150 hp from the Revolution Max 1250 and semi-active suspension, it’s no slouch, though some call it heavy for pure off-road romps.
Rugged, Tall Stance
This adventure rig towers at 90.2 inches long, 38.7 inches wide, and 60.6 inches tall, with a 60.6-inch wheelbase that plants it firm on loose gravel or highways. At 559 lbs wet for the Special (534 lbs dry for ST), and 8.6 inches ground clearance, it laughs at ruts but feels hefty in tight switchbacks. The 2025 ST slims down with 17-inch wheels and sport tires for pavement lean, while the Special keeps 19-inch fronts for dirt bite. Colors like Blue Burst or Billiard Gray pop with adventure flair, and adjustable windshields plus handguards shield you from bugs or branches—it’s got that tall-boy posture, easy to spot in a parking lot but a workout to wheel into your garage.
Connected, Rider-Focused Cockpit
Straddle the 34.7-inch seat (32.7 on ST for shorter legs), and the upright bars with central pegs give a comfy neutral stance—no cramps after hours of slab or singletrack. The 6.8-inch TFT dash flashes speed, fuel, and ride modes, syncing via Bluetooth for nav, calls, or tunes from your phone. USB-C ports keep gadgets juiced, and the 5.6-gallon tank tucks under the frame—no pillion grab on base, but optional luggage racks turn it into a tourer. It’s got that intuitive setup for swapping between Road, Rain, or Off-Road modes on the fly, low vibes letting you chat easy over the engine’s hum.
V-Twin Power Surge
The liquid-cooled Revolution Max 1250 V-twin cranks 150 hp at 9,000 rpm and 94 lb-ft at 6,750 rpm—six-speed gearbox with quickshifter shifts crisp, blasting 0-60 in 3.7 seconds and topping 140 mph. ARAI 46 mpg (real-world 40-45) stretches the tank 250-280 miles at $10-12 a pop for heavy adventures. Torque floods low for crawling rocks or passing trucks, that signature Harley growl kicking in on throttle. Showa semi-active forks up front (7.5 inches travel) and piggyback monoshock rear (7.1 inches) adjust on the fly—no wallow in corners, though the ST’s sport tune shines more on asphalt than mud.
Safety That’s Smart
Dual Brembo discs—13.8-inch front, 12.6-inch rear—with cornering ABS bite hard in wet or sand, plus traction control and wheelie mitigation for bold pushes. Adaptive Ride Height drops an inch at stops for easy mounts, LED lights with DRLs cut night fog, and TPMS keeps tires honest. No full IMU wizardry, but the aluminum frame and knobby tires grip trails tight—it’s eyeing 5-star crash ratings, shrugging off branches or bumps like a champ for riders who push limits.
Price and Dealer Dash
Special at $19,999, ST $20,999, CVO $29,249—on-road USA adds $1-2k taxes, with financing around $309/month at 11% APR. Hit Harley dealers now for 2025 stock, with perks like $500 gear credits or low-rate loans. Waits 1-2 months for hot colors, 2-year/unlimited mile warranty, $500-700 yearly service—resale holds 80% after two years if you keep it clean.
Rider Rants and Wins
Bikers dig the versatility—”conquers dirt like a KTM but rumbles like Harley,” one Oregon rider posts—but weight bugs pure off-roaders, and the ST’s street focus skips gravel fans. Service rocks at USA shops, though parts wait in rural spots. Vs. BMW GSA’s tech or KTM 1290’s fury, Pan Am wins on V-twin character—grab it if adventure with soul’s your jam.
Quick Specs Hit
2025 lineup rolling, Special $19,999, ST $20,999—1250cc V-twin, 150 hp, 46 mpg ARAI, semi-active suspension. Swing by a dealer for Blue Burst or Whiskey Fire—your trail conqueror’s calling.
