The 2025 Harley-Davidson® Tri Glide® Ultra is a touring trike designed for riders who require stability combined with substantial cargo capacity and advanced features for long-distance travel. Offering two distinct trims with functional and aesthetic differences, this model emphasizes performance, storage, technology, and safety systems tailored for three-wheel riding dynamics. It provides a comprehensive package of specifications focused on reliability, rider control, and comfort.
Engine Performance and Powertrain Characteristics
The 2025 Harley-Davidson® Tri Glide® Ultra is powered by the Milwaukee-Eight® 114 V-twin engine, producing 93 horsepower and 120 foot-pounds of torque. This engine configuration provides the torque necessary to handle additional weight from cargo and passenger load without compromising acceleration or responsiveness. Fuel efficiency is rated at approximately 42 miles per gallon, allowing for extended travel range between refuelings.
This engine’s design features a V-twin layout known for balanced power delivery and minimal vibration. The torque curve supports smooth throttle response suitable for city maneuvering and open-road cruising. The powertrain integrates seamlessly with the trike’s chassis, optimizing control and handling while supporting a loaded setup typical of touring configurations.
Structural Design and Aesthetic Options
The 2025 Harley-Davidson® Tri Glide® Ultra presents a robust stance aided by new cast aluminum wheels, sized 19 inches in front and 18 inches in the rear. These wheel sizes maintain rider accessibility by not increasing the seat height while contributing to a solid and stable platform on various road conditions. The wheels come in gloss black on the Black Trim, enhancing the model's assertive visual profile, or in chrome accents on the Chrome Trim for a more traditional Harley-Davidson® appearance.
The model offers two trims. The Chrome Trim features polished metallic finishes in Billiard Gray, Vivid Black, Iron Horse Metallic, and Whiskey Fire/Vivid Black. The Black Trim provides a darker appearance with blacked-out wheels, engine components, and tank badges. It is available in six colors, including the Factory Custom Mystic Shift, a paint that changes color depending on light exposure, ranging from gunmetal to blue and orange hues.
Storage capacity is a functional aspect of the design. The 2025 Harley-Davidson® Tri Glide® Ultra incorporates a weatherproof and locking rear trunk paired with a King Tour-Pak® luggage carrier, offering a combined volume of 6.8 cubic feet. The Tour-Pak® includes interior lighting and a soft liner intended for secure helmet storage. This storage solution supports extended trips without sacrificing security or ease of access.
Wind management features include a full Batwing fairing with split-stream vents designed to channel airflow around the rider and passenger. A tall windshield further protects from wind and weather. Fairing lowers, which are blacked out, enclose the engine guard area, contributing to aerodynamics and rider comfort during long rides.
Suspension System and Handling Dynamics
The suspension system integrates dual bending valve technology in the front forks. This technology controls compression and rebound forces independently, improving ride quality and maintaining front-end stability across varying surfaces. The rear suspension uses an emulsion system with a single-knob preload adjustment. This adjustment mechanism allows riders to alter suspension stiffness easily, adapting to the presence of a passenger or changes in cargo weight without tools.
These suspension components work together to provide a balance of comfort and control on different terrains and during extended periods of riding. The suspension tuning of the 2025 Harley-Davidson® Tri Glide® Ultra supports the function as a touring vehicle, ensuring stability during cruising speeds and responsiveness when navigating turns or changes in road texture.
Technological Features and Infotainment
The 2025 Harley-Davidson® Tri Glide® Ultra incorporates the Boom!™ Box GTS infotainment system, featuring a 6.5-inch touchscreen display with high visibility in various lighting conditions. The system integrates GPS navigation, Bluetooth® connectivity, and audio controls. This setup allows riders to manage music, calls, and navigation through a central interface designed for ease of use while riding.
Audio output is managed through a four-speaker system, each speaker delivering 25 watts of power. The audio system supports multiple sources, including wired connections, Bluetooth® streaming, and satellite radio. This provides consistent and clear audio quality for the rider and passenger during travel.
An electric reverse feature is included, enabling the trike to back up with minimal rider effort. This function improves maneuverability in tight spaces or on inclines, reducing physical strain during parking or slow-speed positioning.
Rider Safety Enhancements and Control Systems
The 2025 Harley-Davidson® Tri Glide® Ultra integrates multiple safety systems developed to assist the rider in maintaining control under varying conditions. The package of Rider Safety Enhancements includes Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Linked Braking (ELB), Traction Control System (TCS), Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS), and cornering-specific versions of these systems.
ABS prevents wheel lock during braking to maintain traction and stability during sudden stops. ELB electronically coordinates front and rear braking forces to optimize braking efficiency. TCS reduces rear-wheel slip during acceleration to avoid loss of traction, especially on slippery surfaces.
DSCS addresses rear-wheel lockup during rapid downshifts or sudden throttle release by modulating powertrain braking forces. Cornering-enhanced ABS, ELB, and TCS adjust brake pressure and traction control based on the lean angle or lateral acceleration of the trike, improving stability and adherence to the rider’s intended path through turns.
These systems function automatically to enhance rider confidence without requiring manual intervention. The integration of cornering-specific controls is notable, as it reflects adjustments needed for a three-wheel motorcycle platform, contributing to smoother handling in banked turns and complex maneuvers.
Storage and Touring Practicality
Practicality for long-distance travel is supported by the combination of the rear locking trunk and King Tour-Pak® luggage carrier. The trunk is weatherproof and secure, allowing riders to protect essential gear from environmental exposure. The Tour-Pak® adds additional storage volume and helmet space, enhanced by interior lighting and soft lining to prevent damage to stored items.
This total storage capacity of 6.8 cubic feet enables riders to carry necessary luggage without compromising trike handling or stability. These features support the model’s use as a full-dresser touring vehicle suited for extended road trips and variable cargo needs.
Schedule a Test Ride at Harley-Davidson® of Panama City Beach
Riders interested in experiencing the 2025 Harley-Davidson® Tri Glide® Ultra can arrange a test drive at Harley-Davidson® of Panama City Beach near Lynn Haven, FL. The model’s combination of the Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine, advanced Rider Safety Enhancements, and comprehensive technology suite offers a unique riding experience that merits firsthand evaluation. Scheduling a test ride provides the opportunity to assess the trike’s handling, power delivery, storage capacity, and comfort features directly. This real-world experience can confirm how the technical specifications translate into practical performance and control during actual riding conditions.