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The 2024 Tri Glide Ultra: a three-wheeled Ultra Limited. One could make the case it's the ultimate in H-D long-distance touring. (Harley-Davidson/)

Overview

Harley-Davidson's 2024 trike lineup features three ways (appropriately) to add a third wheel: There's a cruiser, a bagger, and a full-dress tourer. The Tri Glide Ultra is the latter. Essentially a three-wheeled Ultra Limited, the Tri Glide has an unmistakable fork-mounted batwing fairing, Boom! Box GTS infotainment system, rider aids, and a top case that brings luggage capacity to 6.8 cubic feet. Like its three-wheeled stablemates, the Tri Glide has a Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine, but uses the Twin-Cooled version, which uses liquid-cooled heads. The Twin-Cooled M-8 114 produces a claimed 93 hp at 5,020 rpm and 120 lb.-ft. of torque at 2,500 rpm, a tad more power and torque than the oil-cooled version. For the ultimate in rider and passenger comfort over the long haul, the Tri Glide Ultra is a proven package. Let's face it: We all want to become that retired couple you always meet at campsites who are touring the US on a Tri Glide Ultra with a trailer in tow. Who needs an Airstream?

The Tri Glide's top case includes a plush backrest to boost passenger comfort and safety. (Harley-Davidson/)

Pricing and Variants

The 2024 Tri Glide Ultra starts at $37,999 for Billiard Gray. Additional paint options range in price from $850 for Vivid Black to $4,000 for Tobacco Fade.

The Vivid Black color adds $850 to the base price. (Harley-Davidson/)

Competition:

• <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/harley-davidson/freewheeler/">Harley-Davidson Freewheeler</a>, $31,999
• <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/harley-davidson/road-glide-3/">Harley-Davidson Road Glide 3</a>, $34,999

News and Reviews:

• <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/bikes/top-three-wheeled-motorcycles-you-can-buy/">Top Three Three-Wheeled Motorcycles You Can Buy in 2023</a>
• <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/harley-davidson-motorcycles-new-milwaukee-eight-big-twin-engine/">Harley-Davidson's New Milwaukee-Eight Big Twin Engine</a>

2024 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra Claimed Specs

MSRP:	Starting at $37,999
Engine:	114ci (1,868cc), pushrod-operated, overhead valves w/ hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; 4 valves/cyl.
Bore x Stroke:	102.0 x 114.3mm
Transmission/Final Drive:	6-speed/belt
Fuel Delivery:	Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), throttle-by-wire
Clutch:	Wet, multiplate w/ slip and assist; hydraulic operation
Engine Management/Ignition:	Electronic
Frame:	Mild-steel, square-section backbone w/ twin downtubes
Front Suspension:	49mm dual bending valve; 4.6 in. travel
Rear Suspension:	Hand-adjustable emulsion rear suspension; 3.0 in. travel
Front Brake:	4-piston fixed caliper, 300mm dual discs
Rear Brake:	1-piston w/ integrated park brake, 270mm disc
Wheels, Front/Rear:	Cast aluminum; 16 in. / 15 in.
Tires, Front/Rear:	Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series; MT90B-16 / 205/65-15
Rake/Trail:	26.0°/3.9 in.
Wheelbase:	65.7 in.
Ground Clearance:	4.9 in.
Seat Height:	28.9 in.
Fuel Capacity:	6.0 gal.
Wet Weight:	1,237 lb.
Contact:	harley-davidson.com

The Tri Glide Ultra's trunk has a capacity of 2 cubic feet. The top case brings total luggage capacity to 6.8 cubic feet. (Harley-Davidson/)
The batwing fairing is immediately recognizable. (Harley-Davidson/)
The Blue Burst paint scheme costs an additional $1,200. (Harley-Davidson/)