Track Modes and Suspension Tuning on the 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® ST for Dayton, OH Riders
Queen City Harley-Davidson® - Track Modes and Suspension Tuning on the 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® ST for Dayton, OH Riders
The 2025 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® ST brings a suite of ride modes and fully adjustable suspension that serious riders can dial in for remarkable results. If you ride year-round or chase weekend apexes, understanding how Track and Track+ modes interact with the SHOWA suspension helps you unlock more confidence and control on every mile around Dayton, OH and beyond. This isn’t about flipping a switch and hoping for the best — it’s about learning how a finely tuned system supports your feel, pace, and comfort.
At its core, the Milwaukee-Eight® 121 HO engine supplies immense torque and an elevated rev ceiling, and that power is only as good as the chassis and electronics supporting it. Track and Track+ modes are designed for closed-course riding, sharpening throttle response and reducing intervention so your inputs translate more directly to the tire. Paired with the 47 mm inverted SHOWA fork and dual outboard remote-reservoir rear shocks, you can align suspension settings to match the mode’s intent — more support on initial brake application, composed mid-corner control, and predictable drive off the exit. When calibrated together, the bike feels taut and communicative rather than harsh, and your margins expand as the pace increases.
- Ride Modes: Eight options tailor throttle response and intervention thresholds, with Track and Track+ reserved for closed-course use.
- Front Suspension: SHOWA 47 mm inverted forks with 4.6 inches of travel and full adjustability for compression, rebound, and preload.
- Rear Suspension: Dual outboard SHOWA Remote Reservoir shocks with three inches of travel keep damping consistent under heat and load.
- Braking System: Brembo calipers and dual floating rotors provide strong, repeatable stopping power with improved heat management.
- Cockpit Control: A 12.3-inch TFT touchscreen running Skyline OS gives quick access to ride modes, navigation, audio, and safety settings.
How should you approach setup? Start by selecting your mode for the day’s route and adjust suspension to support that choice. For spirited backroad runs, slightly increase compression damping in the fork to resist dive and add a click or two of rebound to maintain front-end contact over ripples. At the rear, add just enough preload to preserve geometry with your gear and any added load, and fine-tune rebound so the tire follows the pavement without packing down through a series of bumps. When you dial it in, the chassis stays level under braking and acceleration, which makes the bike’s steering feel lighter and more precise.
The Rockford Fosgate Stage II audio and Skyline OS interface aren’t just luxuries — they help you concentrate. With navigation, traffic, and weather overlays on the TFT, you can keep your attention on the road and fine-tune mode or audio settings as conditions evolve. The result is a cockpit that contributes to safer decision-making without overwhelming you with data. Once your mode and suspension are set, everything else becomes simpler: pick your line, control your breathing, and let the Milwaukee-Eight® 121 HO do the heavy lifting.
Queen City Harley-Davidson® is serving Dayton, Florence, and Lawrenceburg with a team that knows how to translate goals into real-world setups. Whether you want a planted feel for backroad pace or a more compliant ride for longer tours, the combination of ride modes, SHOWA adjustability, and Brembo brakes provides a wide tuning window. Master the basics, and the 2025 CVO™ Road Glide® ST rewards you with a composed chassis, potent acceleration, and a cockpit that keeps vital info at your fingertips.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the difference between Track and Track+ modes?
Track sharpens throttle response and trims electronic intervention for closed-course use, while Track+ further reduces intervention to let skilled riders get closer to the tire’s true grip envelope.
How do I begin adjusting the SHOWA suspension?
Set your preload for rider weight and gear, then make small, incremental changes to compression and rebound. Keep notes after each ride to track how adjustments affect stability, steering, and comfort.
Do ride modes change suspension settings automatically?
Ride modes adjust engine response and electronic interventions. Suspension is manually adjustable, allowing you to fine-tune the chassis to complement the selected mode and your riding conditions.
Will the performance features still benefit longer touring rides?
Yes. While the system can be tuned for aggressive riding, its adjustability also enhances comfort and stability during extended touring, helping reduce fatigue while maintaining precise control.