The 2024 Harley-Davidson CVO Pan America is the first Revolution Max-powered motorcycle to get the Custom Vehicle Operations treatment. It is based on the Pan America 1250 Special, and as CVOs go, the upgrades are modest.
The engine, Showa semi-active suspension, and touchscreen display are unchanged. The 1252cc Revolution Max 1250 V-twin makes 150 horsepower at 8750 rpm and 94 lb-ft of torque at 6750 rpm. A Screamin’ Eagle quickshifter for the 6-speed transmission is the only performance enhancement.
Instead, the focus is on accessories. A full set of aluminum cases is standard, with a top case and side cases for serious adventure touring. The aluminum skidplate is more robust, and additional LED lights brighten the way and make the CVO more visible.
Tubeless wire-spoke wheels with anodized aluminum rims improve off-road capability while keeping the 19-inch front and 17-inch rear sizing. Michelin Scorcher Adventure tires are standard, and Brembo brakes with cornering-aware ABS do the stopping.
The Pan America’s semi-active suspension is supple on the highway and balanced in the canyons, and the short-stroke V-twin delivers a flat torque curve and a satisfying rush when the throttle is cracked open. The upright seating position and wind protection suit long days on the road.
Seat height is 32.7 to 33.7 inches, ground clearance is 7.1 inches, and the fuel tank holds 5.6 gallons. Curb weight is 659 pounds.
The CVO Pan America is finished in Legendary Orange paint with Black. At $28,399, it costs $8400 more than the Pan America Special, and there is no longer a standard Pan America in the 2024 Harley-Davidson lineup.
Benda motorcycles are beginning to make a ripple on US shores with four intriguing and competitive models, courtesy of its partnership with Keeway Group. We were impressed with the Napoleonbob 500 and have now gotten our gloves on the persuasive, entry-level 2026 Benda Chinchilla 300, with its modest MSRP of $4999. It would be difficult to design a more welcoming entry-level cruiser than this easy-handling, visually appealing boulevard bobber. Editor Don Williams and Associate Editor Kelly Callan discuss the Benda Chinchilla 300 and how it actually rode for them.
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Our guest this episode is Jesse Merriman, Chief Technician for Jeremy McWilliams at the Arch Motorcycle racing project. Arch Racing was founded by Gard Hollinger and Keanu Reevs to compete in the Moto America Super Hooligan race series. Teejay Adams chats with Jesse about the Arch motorcycle and the challenges of extracting the absolute most from an air-cooled V-Twin racing engine and custom chassis.
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