Big news this morning from the Bar and Shield brand, as Harley-Davidson announces future models including a 1250cc adventure (ADV) motorcycle. The prototype of the Pan America has several noteworthy features - a massive 60 degree V-Twin powerplant, tubless spoked wheels, Brembo brakes, led lighting, hand guards with integrated turn signals, crash protection, a skid plate, and a high exhaust.

The large gas tank, upright ergos and flat, wide seat look to make Harley's  ADV bike suitible for extensive adventure touring. Could this bike pave the way for smaller bikes to join the line-up as well? What adventure or dual-sport motorcycles would you like to see from Harley-Davidson? Let us know what you think about the Pan America in the comments section below!

From the Harley Davidson Website:

Launching in 2020 is the first Harley-Davidson® adventure touring motorcycle, the Pan America™ 1250cc. The commanding riding position allows the rider to see the world from another point of view. Travel coast-to-coast. On road or off. All while experiencing your own adventures.

“It’s rugged, it’s capable, and I think what’s important is we did it our way,” Kumbier said. “There are a lot of different adventure-touring products out there but certainly our style and our approach is truly Harley-Davidson.”